Final Fantasy, owned by Square Enix, protects the franchise name, character names and designs (Cloud, Sephiroth, Chocobo, Moogle), and game logos. Square Enix actively enforces its trademarks on Etsy.
What You Can Do
- ✓ Sell authentic pre-owned Final Fantasy games, consoles, or merchandise
- ✓ Use "Final Fantasy" in tags when listing genuine products or compatible accessories
- ✓ Describe accessories as "compatible with" or "fits" Final Fantasy hardware
- ✓ Create original gaming-themed art that does not copy protected characters or logos
What You Cannot Do
- ✗ Use Final Fantasy names, logos, or character art on unlicensed products
- ✗ Sell fan art featuring recognizable Final Fantasy characters or game assets
- ✗ Include Final Fantasy in titles or tags for items that are not genuine or licensed
- ✗ Copy or redistribute Final Fantasy digital assets, sprites, or music
Safe Alternatives
- → Create original pixel art or gaming-themed designs without using specific game assets
- → Use generic gaming terminology (e.g., "retro game", "adventure RPG") instead of franchise names
- → Design original characters or game-inspired items that do not reference Final Fantasy
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