Can you get in trouble for having a brand name in your domain name?

Discussion in 'General Marketing' started by juicyjoints, Jan 7, 2010.

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    Didn't really know where to post this, but here seemed ok.

    Can you get in trouble for using a brands name in your domain name?

    So for example I set up a shop selling nike football boots, can I use a domain name like www.nike-football-boots.com ?

    I know people do it, I've seen lots of affiliate shops who do this and I'm guessing most of the time it's fine because ultimately you are just increasing profits for the brand.

    But say I started ranking higher than the brand itself for certain keywords, will they kick up a fuss?

    Thanks guys
     
    juicyjoints, Jan 7, 2010 IP
  2. abhijit

    abhijit Notable Member

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    yes you can always put your brandname in url for life long popularity of your brand..................
     
    abhijit, Jan 7, 2010 IP
  3. webbmaster

    webbmaster Well-Known Member

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    you will get into legal trouble unless you have permission from mark owner... not a good idea
     
    webbmaster, Jan 7, 2010 IP