So I have a great idea for a new website. However, not the time to develop it.  I would like to hire a person or company to design it for me.What steps do I need to take, to protect my idea?  Where and how do people protect website ideas in general?  Also, how easy is it for someone to tweak the idea and make it legally heir own? Is a patent enough to protect such a thing, idea. Are there different levels or types of protection? Thank You.  
How do I make sure the web developer I hire will not steal my idea?
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What steps do I need to take, to  protect my idea?I am not a lawyer, but I would bet you'll want a contract with a non-compete clause - you will have to talk to a lawyer to get relevant answers to the rest of your questions, as the law will vary by jurisdiction and you'll certainly need representation if there is a breach of contract.