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JessicaBrown

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Aug 12, 2009 1:23 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Hi, i have a new kind of dating website idea. So i made a mockup website, registered my trademark but now i am lost on what steps to take, maybe someone could help.

A website seems to be a risky invention since they can be easily copied so it seems that traditional invention process cannot apply to me.

1. I could go try to sell my idea to some dating services but they can easily just steal it from me as i think i cannot patent a website.

2.I could create the real website and put it online but that would cost me a lot of time and effort and since i am not a current expert in that field, another website already popular could easily copy my idea.

Well so that is where i am, could you help me out please? what would you do? Websites can generate millions think about facebook,dating.com,myspace etc...

Thanks
RiujinZero

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Aug 12, 2009 10:58 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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They can`t copy an idea if you have a copyright on it.  I`m not an expert but everything on your website is considered intellectual property I think.  No one can copy your idea as long as you get the right patents and trademarks put in place.


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Webline

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Aug 12, 2009 2:48 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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"A website seems to be a risky invention since they can be easily copied"

A site can be copied ( i.e. layout, colors, images, etc. ), but if your idea involves unique scripting then it would take an experienced programmer to try to figure out how to duplicate that function.

"I could create the real website and put it online but that would cost me a lot of time and effort"

If the idea is that good, the time and effort may be worth it. There is often no reward without taking a risk, and it sounds as if you`re afraid to do anything with the idea at this point. Personally I don`t think it will, or can, go anywhere unless you take that risk.

One suggestion is to hire a programmer that agrees that all work he performs for you belongs to you, and they cannot replicate or resell the scripting they write for you. It isn`t ironclad, but it`s a thought. SUN and a few other websites can hook you up with reputable programmers.

One thing to remember is that, no matter how good you think your idea is, it`s only good if others think it`s a good idea as well. Have you discussed this isea with anyone to get feedback or input?


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fencing

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Aug 13, 2009 3:32 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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All you can do is set up the site, as Webline says.  Ideas cannot be copyrighted, but your code can be and important parts of it can be well hidden.  Then get out where your main target market is and promote, promote, promote.  If you are successful, there will be immitators, but that will happen no matter what your approach is.  Be the first.  Be the best.  That`s the only solution.

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ArcherTC

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Aug 18, 2009 9:32 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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I agree with fencing, above.

If the Startup Nation community has taught us nothing else, it`s that brilliant ideas are nothing without investment of time, money and sweat.  That`s why there`s one Facebook, not 10; one mypsace, not 10.

Nearly everyone has a big idea.  Really.  Almost all of them never even make it onto a thin sheet of paper.

If you do not want to sell your idea nor invest in it yourself, give the Internet time and, yes, someone who is willing to do either will ...or  someone will come up with something even better.

And, hey, nothing wrong with that.  Remember: MOST don`t.



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seotushar

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Sep 09, 2009 12:27 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Hi, I would be interested to do this for you at a much affordable price with quality search engine friendly website design as well as seo for your site.

We are a small business website design company providing services since  10 years to our honoured clients. Please fill in the form provided in our website and we wil get back to you with suggestions and acceptance of the project.

Thanks & Regards

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Cparkinson

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Sep 10, 2009 5:30 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Definitely there are issues with intellectual property....but how do you find out who is stealing your stuff? I know that some SEO companies will specialize in Reputation Management...and remember a good looking site is important but equally important is hiring an SEO company to make sure it is easily indexed by search engines.

Fallacy

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Sep 10, 2009 6:13 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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For startup business, is easier said than done, but I'm 100% support you take action on your idea.

Remember that converting web site traffic is the key to survival and profits. Plan your strategy before you start.

rexiedexie

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Sep 23, 2009 7:36 AM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Hi Jessica And All

I have been in the Singles Dating Industry and creating software in Australia from 1980.

See this page. Create Niche Dating Sites

Choose from many languages and currencies.

 

http://www.articlemarketing.ozyid.com/custom3.html

 

Jessica send me a private email here or at the above page if you have specific questions or need help.

Regards Michael

 

 



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ncasares

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Sep 28, 2009 11:21 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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Hi Jessica,

I'm going to go against the grain here and suggest that you DON'T build a website at this point. Even though websites are relatively inexpensive investments I personally think you're better off spending the time on market research FIRST.

Think about your ideal target market (it's not single person online), demographics, competition, etc. Think about narrowing the focus of your idea down the absolute core of what makes your idea unique. Put some numbers to your idea by getting estimates (this part should be FREE in this economy) and finding out as much as possible from anyone who's built a successful web business.

If you get through basic market research and the idea is still a go I would pare down the site features to the bare minimum it will take to prove your idea and show a profit.

As far as the logistics side of getting the site built that's probably the least difficult part of making a web business work. There are hundreds of sites with thousands of hungry designers, coders and web geeks who can help you accomplish your vision.

Best of luck!

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