Trade Markia

TRADEMARK REGISTRATION

Trademark Registration helps prevent competitors of your business from stealing your business name, logo, or slogan.

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TRADEMARK SEARCH

There are two types of Trademark Search: a knockout search and a comprehensive search. What is the difference? Why even do a search at all?

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TRADEMARK STATEMENT OF USE

The Statement of Use is a sworn declaration that your trademark is currently in use in commerce in connection with all of the products and/or services listed in your trademark application.

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TRADEMARK WATCH

Trademark watch identifies verbal and graphical elements, phonetic similarities, local dialects that could be considered similar to your trademark and could present a risk to your trademark's value.

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TRADEMARK OFFICE ACTION

An Office Action is a letter issued by an Examiner for the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The letter will let you know if there is any conflicting trademarks that may prevent your Trademark Registration.

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TRADEMARK ASSIGNMENTS

The owner of a trademark may change for various reasons. Some trademark owners transfer their ownership of a mark to another entity, which is called an assignment

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TRADEMARK RENEWAL (SECTION 8 OR SECTION 9)

You must renew your Trademark every 10-year; and You must show use of your trademark no later than the 6th-year after your mark is registered.

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TRADEMARK REVIVAL

Trademarkia makes it easy to revive your abandoned trademark application and retain rights in your established application.

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BUSINESS PAGE

Make your business page searchable next to millions of filed and registered trademark brands. Business page service puts more potential infringers on constructive notice of the use of a business name or logo.

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Online International Trademark Search Engines

You have a great idea for a brand? Congratulations! But how do you know whether the mark is available? Your first step should be doing a trademark clearance search. For more details, click here.

• Trademark Search in WIPO

  This tool will parse the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) trademark database in search for identical and similar trademarks. Click here to proceed.

• Trademark Search in European Union

  This tool will parse European Union's trademark database in search for identical and similar trademarks. Click here to proceed.

• Trademark Search in Canada

  This tool will parse Canada's trademark database in search for identical and similar trademarks.Click here to proceed.

• Trademark Search in Australia

  This tool will parse Australia's trademark database in search for identical and similar trademarks.Click here to proceed.

• Trademark Search in China

  This tool will parse China's trademark database in search for identical and similar trademarks. Click here to proceed.

• Trademark Search in Other Countries

  This tool will parse multiple countries' trademark databases in search for identical and similar trademarks. Click here to proceed.

Trademark Frequently Asked Questions

Trademark Basics

• Are Trademarks, Copyrights, and Patents the same things?

• Why register a trademark?

• What is process to obtain a trademark registration?

• What do I need to get started registering my trademark with Trademarkia?

Trademark Registration

• Can I apply to register my Trademark through Trademarkia?

• How much does it cost to register my trademark?

• What does Trademarkia give me that I can’t do myself through the United States Trademark Office?

• Why is Trademarkia better than LegalZoom?

• Why should I trust Trademarkia, and what makes Trademarkia legit?

• What are trademark monitoring and document filing services?

• How long does it take to process a trademark registration request through Trademarkia?

• Is a search of the United States Trademark Office database necessary before filing?

• Do I have to hire an attorney when filing to register my trademark?

• What is the filing date of my trademark and how is the filing date determined?

• What kinds of things are asked of me when I start a trademark filing application?

• What are the trademark application requirements?

• Should I file as an individual or a corporation?

• What if you want to trademark in a country that is not listed on Trademarkia?

• What is the difference between goods and services?

• May I change the goods/services after filing my application?

• What is the difference between a “use in commerce” trademark application and an “intent to use” trademark application?

• What is an acceptable “use in commerce” of my trademark for the purposes of federal registration?

• What is a “specimen” of use and how does it differ from the “drawing”?

• What happens after I file my trademark application?

• I just filled out my trademark application does this mean my trademark is registered?

• What is a proper specimen for use of a mark on goods (products)?

• Is my website a proper specimen for goods?

• What is NOT a proper specimen for goods?

• What is a proper specimen for use of a mark with services?

• What is NOT a proper specimen for services?

• When do I file the specimen?

• What is the most common reason an examining attorney refuses registration?

• Other than the likelihood of confusion, what are some other reasons an examining attorney refuses registration?

• Will I get a refund if there are challenges to my trademark post filing?

• When does the United States Trademark Office publish my trademark application filed for registration?

• When can other private parties oppose my trademark application with the United States Trademark Office?

• What is a Notice of Allowance in a trademark filing with the United States Trademark Office?

• How do I establish use of my trademark if I filed an Intent to Use trademark application?

• What do I have to do to maintain my trademark after it is registered with the United States Trademark Office?

• What should I write as a description for my trademark?

• How do I enforce my trademark against infringers?

Business Page Creation Service

• What is Trademarkias Business Page creation service?

• What are the benefits of the Business Page creation service?

• Does the Trademarkia Business Page service demonstrate a use in commerce of my trademark?

• Do I get common law rights through creating a Business Page on Trademarkia?

• Who uses the Trademarkia Business Page creation service?

• What are the differences between creating a Business Page on Trademarkia and applying to register it with a government agency through a law firm advertiser on Trademarkia?

Trademark Application Process

• What kinds of things are asked of me when I start a trademark filing application?

• What are the trademark application requirements?

• Can I register a trademark if I live outside the United States?

• Should I submit a color logo or a black-and-white logo when I apply for a trademark?

• What is the difference between goods and services?

• May I change the goods/services after filing my application?

• What is an “intent to use” trademark application?

• What is the difference between a “use in commerce” trademark application and an “intent to use” trademark application?

• What is the difference between the “date of first use anywhere” and the “date of first use in commerce”?

• What is a “specimen” of use and how does it differ from the “drawing”?

• What is a proper specimen for use of a mark on goods (products)?

• Is my website a proper specimen for goods?

• What is NOT a proper specimen for goods?

• What is a proper specimen for use of a mark with services?

• What is NOT a proper specimen for use of a mark with services?

• When do I file the specimen?

• How do I choose the proper classification of goods and services for my trademark?

Trademarkia's Search Engine

• How does Trademarkia's trademark searching work?

• When I search for a name, a lot of results showing registrations for the same name come up. Does that mean I cannot register that name?

• Does the search engine on Trademarkia stay current?

Abandoned Trademarks

• Why am I getting an email from Trademarkia?

• My trademark is NOT abandoned!

• I don't understand what this means!

• I did respond to the Office Action!

• What do I do?

• Why are you selling my trademark?

• Can I revive my trademark, or do I have to re-apply for it?

• I told you that I wanted to keep the mark!

• Are you the United States Trademark Office?

• I have already paid my attorney and the trademark office, do I have to pay again?

• Are you an attorney?

• How did you find me?

Logo Design & Trademarks

• Do I need to trademark my logo?

• Why Trademarkia for my logo trademark?

• What is the difference between the ™ and ® symbols?

• Should I trademark my company slogan and name at the same time that I trademark my logo?

• Do I need to be using my logo in business before filing a trademark application?

• Can I trademark a logo I designed myself?

• What are the potential drawbacks to not federally trademarking my logo?

Trademark Opposition Service

• What is a trademark opposition?

• Are there any important time limits?

• Can I file a trademark opposition if I do not have a registered trademark?

• Do I need a lawyer to act for me?

• What will happen if I do not file a trademark opposition?

• How much does an opposition cost?

• How long does it take to resolve a trademark opposition?

• What are the steps of a trademark opposition?

Domain Name Service

• How do I point my domain name to a hosting site?

• Is there a grace period to delete domain registrations and receive a refund?

• What is a domain name?

• How do I search for domain name availability?

• How do I configure MX records for my domain?

About Trademarkia

• Who created Trademarkia?

• Who are the co-founders of Trademarkia?

• From where was the idea for Trademarkia born?

• What is Trademarkia's vision as a company?

• How large is Trademarkia?

• Can I own a piece of Trademarkia?

• Can I invest in Trademarkia?

• Is Trademarkia venture funded?

• How do I contact Trademarkia for business development opportunities?

• Where is Trademarkia headquarters located?

• What kind of people does Trademarkia hire?

• How do I apply for a job at Trademarkia?

• How do I submit a feature or usability idea to Trademarkia?

• What are plans for the future of Trademarkia?

Trademarkia's partner attorney/law firms

• Who files the trademarks ordered from the Trademarkia website?

• How do I know these attorneys/law firms are reputable?

• Who will manage correspondence received from the trademark office?

• How long does it take to prepare a trademark through Trademarkia's attorney and law firm advertisers?

• What happens after my document is filed?

• Will I be forming an attorney-client relationship with a lawyer?

• Are conflict checks performed by attorney/law firm advertisers?

Privacy

• Does Trademarkia confidentially hold my information provided on the website?

• How do I remove private address/trademark information on your website?

Payment

• Who charges my credit card when I apply to register my trademark?