POD seller guide
Print-on-demand trademark checklist before upload
Use this checklist before every upload across Etsy, MBA, Redbubble, and TeePublic. Most preventable strikes come from words in metadata, not the artwork itself.
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Pre-publish checklist
- Title: no character, team, or brand names
- Tags: check each of 13 individually
- Description: remove "official" or "licensed" implications
- Scan → fix → re-scan before publish
Common questions
What should I scan before publish?
Listing title, all tags/keywords, and any slogan text on the mockup description.
How long does a pre-check take?
Under a minute if you paste title + tags into a scanner. Much cheaper than an IP strike.
Is googling enough?
Helpful but incomplete. Combine search with structured risk scoring on your exact phrase set.
MerchShield is an informational risk scanner, not legal advice. Results may be incomplete — verify with a qualified attorney before publishing.