When should you trademark a product?
When should you trademark a product?
In many cases, a business will want to start the trademark application as soon as their LLC or corporation paperwork is filed. By filing for a trademark prior to launch, you can be sure that your name is protected once you begin commercial sales. However, there may be an even stronger reason to apply early.
Does a trademark protect a product name?
Generally, a trademark protects a brand name or logo that is used to recognize a product or service. Registering a product for a trademark is somewhat easier the more unique and creative the products name is.
How much does it cost to copyright a product name?
The basic cost to trademark a business name ranges from $225 to $600 per trademark class. This is the cost to submit your trademark application to the USPTO. The easiest and least expensive way to register your trademark is online, through the USPTO’s Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS).
How do I protect my product name?
Follow these five steps.
- 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 it worth getting a trademark?
It is a good idea to register your trademark to protect yourself against an infringement suit, to add value to your company, to put your competitors and the public on notice of your rights in your own brand and to strengthen the legal protection of your mark.
What happens when you trademark a name?
Registering a trademark entitles the owner to exclusive rights to use the name in connection with the class of goods or services for which the name is registered, and and makes it clear who the owner of the name actually is—all on a national level.
How do I make sure no one steals my business name?
Your brand is your company’s identity, so it’s critical to secure it with a trademark, which prevents someone from improperly using your business name or branding. To get a trademark, you’ll need to file an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
What comes first copyright or trademark?
Copyright is generated automatically upon the creation of original work, whereas a trademark is established through common use of a mark in the course of business. Copyright expires after a set period of time, whereas a trademark doesn’t expire provided the mark continues to be used.
