cybersquatting

Cybersquatting involves someone registering a website domain name that closely resembles a popular brand, company, or person's trademark, with the intent to profit from the confusion or reputation. For example, they might buy a domain like "appleinc.com" hoping to sell it at a high price to the real company's owner. This practice can harm the legitimate brand, mislead consumers, or disrupt online presence. Laws exist to prevent cybersquatting, allowing trademarks owners to reclaim similar domains and protect their brand identity.