Copyright is a legal protection that grants creators exclusive rights to their original works, such as books, music, and art. This means that others cannot use, reproduce, or distribute these works without permission from the creator. Copyright typically lasts for the life of the creator plus a certain number of years, depending on the jurisdiction. Trademark is a symbol, word, or phrase that distinguishes goods or services of one business from those of others. It helps consumers identify the source of a product and ensures that businesses can protect their brand identity. Trademarks can last indefinitely as long as they are in use and properly renewed.