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It's true. While patents might provide initial protection for your invention, trademarks provide long-term protection. It's a big part of your portfolio.
Trademarks relate to words, symbols and devices used to describe the origin of goods or services. For example, Coca-Cola would trademark its name, it's logo, and various other distinctive designs.
To formally claim rights to a trademark in the US you will want to register the mark with the US Patent and Trademark Office. Once accepted by the PTO, registered trademarks are renewed every ten years...indefinitely. Thus, the branded product line may endure for decades, centuries even, building up tremendous value.
Every inventor should establish trademark protection for their invention as part of their portfolio. It doesn't cost a cent to get started. Our Quick Start Guide will show you how to initiate your trademark protection in minutes. It will show you how to avoid conflict with other marks and will help get your creative juices flowing.
Service marks
Service marks are a form of trademark that refers to the methods in which goods and services are offered for sale. For example, Walmart's owns the service mark, We sell for less...Always! They tend to be trendy, but without question, they're an easy way to help customers remember your brand.
Searching trademarks and service marks
FPTP members may search trademarks and service marks with just one click with our IPSearchLink and may use Trademark Hunter software FREE and search directly on the US Patent & Trademark Office database.
Since trademarks are so important, we like to put an extra emphasis on them. You want to avoid trademarks that sound like a fad or are hard to remember. You want your marks to have the right feel for your invention.
We provide trademark support to inventors who want to zero-in on a trademark that best fits their invention. Whether your product is targeted for retail or industrial applications, we can help you identify the marks that'll get attention and make customers turn their heads.
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What makes a great trademark? It depends. It depends on the market you're targeting. A simple change of size, color or wording can have a huge impact on the quality your product represents and the market it targets...(more) |
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