Can I use Disney characters on my products?

A Disney character’s name or image can be used without a license if it is a fair use. “Fair use” is a term that broadly refers to using the image in a limited manner that promotes freedom of expression.

How much does a product license cost?

Royalty rates vary per industry, but a good rule of thumb is between 2-3\% on the low end, and 7-10\% on the high end. I have licensed consumer products for as low as 3\% and as high as 7\%, with 5\% being the most common and a generally fair number.

Can you sell Mickey ears on Etsy?

You can not make items and sell them using trademarked names such as Disney, Minnie or Mickey Mouse, Winnie the pooh and other characters UNLESS you have a license from those companies. You can use a generic term like mouse ears ( but NO reference to Disney, Minnie or Mickey Mouse in your title/tags/description).

How much does it cost to license a Disney musical?

Generally, the fee is $75 for short plays and $125 for full-length plays and musicals.

Can I get a license to sell Disney products?

The sad truth is that it’s unlikely you’ll get a license to sell Disney characters and products. When you use the intake form on Disney’s licensing website, you click on the category – muralist, costume maker, distributor, etc. – indicating what you want to do.

How much does it cost to get Disney plus?

Disney+ costs either $7.99 a month or $79.99 a year. Disney+ is also ad free, meaning you don’t have to pay more in order to enjoy a commercial-free experience. How do I get Disney+ for free?

What are the benefits of a Disney license?

A Disney license can give your product instant recognition, marketability and desirability. In addition, products featuring licensed characters can sell for more money than generic competing products.

Where can I find more information about the Disney Studios license?

That said, your starting point is Disney’s licensing website, Welcome to The Walt Disney Studios Licensing Website, which has numerous FAQs and links.