What happens after you register a trademark?
Once your trademark is registered, you are allowed to stop using the TM (™) or SM (℠) symbols and switch to the circled R (®). While the first two aforementioned marks indicate a claim over the trademark, the ® demonstrates possession of a federal registration to back up that claim.
How do I get my trademark certificate after registration?
As on the Trademark site, it is specified NOT FOR LEGAL USE. In case you want to present the Registration certificate as evidence you need to acquire the certified copy from the Trademark office by making an online application to the Trademark office in form type TM-M with the requisite fees.
What does it mean when your trademark is registered?
having a registered trademark. You become a trademark owner as soon as you start using your trademark with your goods or services. You establish rights in your trademark by using it, but those rights are limited, and they only apply to the geographic area in which you’re providing your goods or services.
How long after a trademark can I publish?
It can take three to four months from the time your trademark publishes to when you receive official notification that your trademark has either registered or moved to the next stage. If your application is based on use in commerce, then your trademark will register.
How much does trademark registration cost?
The government fees for trademark registration is Rs. 9000 per application per class for company. The government fees for trademark registration is Rs. 4500 per application per class for individual.
What are the benefits of a registered trademark?
Advantages of Trademark Registration:
- Exclusive Rights:
- Builds trust and Goodwill:
- Differentiates Product:
- Recognition to product’s Quality:
- Creation of Asset:
- Use of ® symbol:
- Protection against infringement:
- Protection for 10 Years at low cost:
What are the five steps in registering a trademark?
5 Steps to Trademark a Product Name
- Come up with a unique brand name for your product.
- Hire a trademark attorney.
- Perform a trademark search on the selected brand name.
- File your trademark application with the USPTO.
- Follow through with the USPTO during the application process.
Is logo a trademark?
Generally, logos and designs that are used as brand identities for representing businesses are protected as trademarks. As they are original artistic works that have an element of creativity, they are also protected as copyrights.
How to get ready to apply for trademark?
Get ready to apply 1 Selecting a mark. Once you determine that the type of protection you need is, in fact, trademark protection, then selecting a mark is the very first step in the overall 2 Mark format. 3 Identification of goods and/or services. 4 Searching. 5 Filing basis. 6 Trademark attorney.
Do companies know if you have a registered trademark?
Your mark will appear in searches, so companies will know that you own the mark. You can prevent imported goods from being sold under your trademarked name. You’ll have an easier path to an international trademark. You can use the ® to signify your registered trademark.
What do you have to declare when filing a trademark?
When you file a trademark application you will have to declare the class of goods or services you provide. The USPTO provides 34 classes for goods and another 11 for services. Understanding these classes before you file your trademark can make the application process much easier. Should I file a name and logo together?
Is there a shortcut to trademarking a product?
There are no real shortcuts in the trademark process. For every one you try to take, you lose rights you are otherwise afforded under the law. It is always smarter to file individual trademark applications, even if it costs you more money up front. Should I file a trademark before my product is market-ready?