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US trademark application

Explore the official steps with a trusted grown-up.

Apply to protect a brand name, logo or other qualifying mark through the USPTO filing system.

Formal processPublic officeOfficial steps

Who it goes to: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Where it applies: United States — federal trademark registration

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01 · What is this?

Apply to protect a brand name, logo or other qualifying mark through the USPTO filing system.

02 · When is it useful?

Use when this task matches your situation and place.

03 · Start here

Identify the correct owner and goods/services.

Gather your pieces

  1. Identify the correct owner and goods/services.
  2. Search for conflicting marks and check the filing basis.

Your official next step

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Your next moves

  1. Open Trademark Center and follow the account requirements.
  2. Keep the application receipt and monitor official correspondence.

Real-world check

US protection only. Foreign-domiciled applicants must use a US-licensed attorney; filing does not guarantee registration.

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