From Logo Creation

to Trademarking: A
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India is currently in a START-UP-ERA, in which every household comes up with a new startup
idea. in such a situation startups are trying to establish themselves in the market, Hence it
becomes very important to create a unique identity for your brand and protect it.
Nowadays, a business name & and logo differentiate you from your competitors. When you
start your business,
imagine you created your logo with great effort, and someone else stole the same logo or created
a logo similar to it. How would you feel? Not good at all! Therefore, to protect our logo and
business name, we have to get it 'registered'. This is what we call the process of filing a
trademark. Filing a trademark protects your business identity and no one else can steal that
identity. If someone tries, you can also take legal action against him.
Be it a business owner or a small business, the process of filing a trademark is the same for
everyone. Generally, people think that trademark design and registration is a lengthy and
complicated process. However, the truth is that if you have the right information and guidance,
it can be very easy for you. You have to design your logo keeping in mind the characteristics of
your business. It should contain elements that highlight your growth, service, quality, and other
attributes of your business. Once your logo is ready, you will need to start the process of
getting it registered. Now you might be wondering how much time will this process take. It
depends on the design of your logo, your selected name, and other details of your trademark.
However, if you follow all the steps correctly, you will be able to get your trademark registered
very soon.
 INDEX
Significance of Trademark
Design and Filing in Modern
Business

Golden Rules of Trademark

(Logo) Designing

Golden Rules of Trademark

(Critical Mistakes to Avoid in
Trademark (Logo) Designing

Rebranding Case Studies:

More Then Just Redesign a
Logo

Trademark Filing with IPR

Authority for Protection

Legal Considerations and

Trademark Attorneys

Rejection of Trademark Due

to Similarity to Existing
Trademarks

Rejection of Trademark Due

to Descriptiveness or
Genericness

Rejection of Trademark Due

to Deceptiveness or
Misleadingness

Rejection of Trademark Due

to Bad Faith or Unlawful
Intent

Trademarks vs. Copyrights

vs. Patents
 Significance of Trademark Design and Filing in
Modern Business
Respect and Recognition: "Trust another name trademark"
We are living in the ERA of Business development. where every innovation in the business
sector, leads to more competition In this scenario, the importance of trademarks is being
understood for creating stability and identity. Trademark is the exclusive and unique identity of
any business. This helps the business to stand out among its competitors and ensures that its
uniqueness and identity are preserved. Protecting trademarks through registration and design
has become a business strategy. When a business registers its trademark, it is ensured that its
identity cannot be followed by anyone else, and if anyone does, they can take action against it
legally. Trademark and its proper registration and design is essential for any business. It not only
provides stability and identity to the business but also guides it towards many new possibilities.

Legal Protection: Designing and registering a trademark simply means that we protect our
intellectual property. This is important so that others do not use a name or mark that could lead
to misunderstanding. By creating and registering the right trademark, we protect our identity and
ensure that others will not misuse it for their own benefit.
Establishing Brand Identity: The business name or logo is the identity of the brand. They serve
as the face of a company, which captures its values, mission, and image in a single symbol or
word. For example, as soon as we hear the name McDonald's or Nike, we become aware of
their identity. It contributes greatly to the success of that company. Additionally, a thoughtfully
designed trademark can differentiate a business from its competitors Show Sample :-

Enhancing Marketability: Good design and a registered trademark can increase the marketing
potential of the business by many folds. People prefer brands which they recognize and trust.
The brand name strengthens the consumer’s trust. A trademark and its design help a lot in
attracting people's attention and selling the product.

Asset Value: Trademarks are very important and their value increases over time. As time
progresses, its importance increases even more. When a company buys another company, it
also acquires the trademarks as a part of Goodwhiles. And yes, trademarks can also be used to
license to third parties, in specific product categories or geographic regions. Due thought this, the
company not only gets money, but its identity also becomes more popular.
 Golden Rules of Trademark
(Logo) Designing
Every logo has its own story, make sure that be yours too
Logo design is an important part of Business branding. It creates the identity of a business Your
logo should be unique, and business creatitiation different from the logo of any other business. If
your logo is similar to any other logo, it can weaken your identity. Your logo should reflect the
personality of your business. This is an opportunity to showcase the features of your product or
services. Your logo should connect with people's emotions, such as wisdom, dedication, or some
other special emotion. Your logo should be able to scale to different shapes and sizes so you can
display it on different mediums, such as billboards, websites, and social media profiles. The
symbols used in the logo are important. As it reveals your business values and ideas

Keep It Simple: A complex logo is difficult for customers to remember because it has many
elements like fonts, colors, design, etc. Your logo should give target customers an understanding
of your business. Apple's logo is a good example which is simple, featuring a bitten apple, which
symbolizes Bytes and symbolically shows that the company is in the business of technology.

Design in Black & White, Then Add Colors: By designing the logo in black and white, you can
focus on the design instead of changing the font or color. Black and white is the embodiment of
the logo which makes it original. After that you should add colors to your logo, while adding
colors, remember that colors have their own meaning, which later becomes the identity of a
brand.

Good Choice of Font: There are many important aspects of logo design – like choosing the
colors of your logo or the size of your logo – but choosing your perfect font is a very important
part. By changing the font of your logo, you can completely change the mood and message of
your brand. It even has the power to influence your customer's thoughts and feelings.

Don't Replace a Letter with a symbol or Image: Replacing a letter with a symbol or image at
the beginning, middle, or end of a word in the logo can look strange. The flow of reading properly
may be disrupted. Placing a symbol between two words can work, since there is already a
natural pause. Logos that replace a letter with a symbol can work – but only for some brands,
and only sometimes, so use caution.
Critical Mistakes to Avoid in Trademark (Logo)
Designing
Logo is the soul of business, don't take it lightly
Understanding the importance of logo designing, many businessmen spend a lot of money to get
their business logo designed. But, you know that there are some common mistakes that are often
made in the design process? And these mistakes can affect the identity of your business in a big
way. A logo is an element that reveals your business's values, services, and purpose. This
means that if your logo is not designed properly, it will not be able to convey the message of your
business to the target audience. When you are designing a logo, you should stay away from
some mistakes like if your logo is too complex then people will not be able to remember it, or if it
does not properly reflect the values of your business. So people will not trust it and if your logo is
similar to any other brand's logo, then your logo will not easily be recognizable or differentiated.

Make Me a Logo Just Like This One: This is a common mistake that many businessmen make,
when they move towards designing their trademark logo they look at the logos of other brands.
Whatever design you want. Due to this, their business loses its uniqueness and identity, on the
contrary, logo design should be a medium to reveal the objectives, core values, goals, and
characteristics of your business. unique and fresh design can help your customers remember
your business.

Using Two Many Fonts: The use of fonts is important in logo design, but using more than one
or two fonts can make the design look bad. Using the similar font makes the logo easier to read
and conveys the business message clearly. Moreover, the logo looks more beautiful and vibrant
with the same font.

Trying to Communicate Too Much (Complex): Another mistake can be trying to make the logo
design too complex. If the logo tries to convey too much message or information, it can make the
logo difficult to read and understand. The main objective of a logo is to present the identity and
values of the business in a meaningful and simple manner.

Generic Image Selection: Using generic images in the logo can make your business lose its
uniqueness. If you do not use a special and unique image, you may face difficulties in branding
of your business. If your logo does not exude uniqueness to highlight the important features of
your business, it can be detrimental to your brand.
 Rebranding Case Studies: More Then
Just Redesign a Logo
New thinking, new identity
In the current digital age, customers & and preferences change frequently, and due to this
established brands need to refresh themselves from time to time. 'New thinking, new identity' -
the real meaning of rebranding is hidden in this sentence. When something old is filled with new
energy and life, that is rebranding. We often think that changing the logo of a brand changes its
identity, but the truth is that the thinking behind it, its values, and its heritage are more important
than the logo. Have you ever thought that when we hear the name of a brand, we get some
emotional feelings, memories and sensations associated with it? Therefore, the impact of
rebranding is not only commercial but also emotional. Every brand has its own story, and that
story needs to be told in a new way from time to time. As its identity and values change, so does
its reputation and its responsibility to its customers. Therefore, whenever we talk about
rebranding, it is not just a change of logo, but it also changes the entire story of the brand, its
goals and its reputation.
SBI: State Bank of India, known as the largest bank of the nation, decided to rebrand. The aim
was to fundamentally change traditional approaches to developing digital products and services,
developing a new identity that built on the brand's heritage and trust, but adopted an energetic
and dynamic ethos.

Ruby Mills: Ruby Mills was formed in 1917 (a hundred years ago!) Ruby Mills wanted to enter
the next century with a clear brand position, well-defined values, commitment and a fresh
approach, it wanted to build on its legacy Wanted to reaffirm in a contemporary way that works
well for both online and offline media, the red heart in the new logo signifies love, one of the core
principles of the brand. Retained 'Ruby' in the brand mark and removed it from the full company
name "The Ruby Mills Limited"

Uber: Uber was established in 2009. In 9 years, they have changed their branding 5 times.
Uber's first logo was "UberCab", it was designed in a few minutes on Photoshop, but this logo
made people feel that they were a cab company and the very next day UberCab became just
Uber, branding for the third time then. Changed as Uber was entering other product lines and
going international, the fourth rebranding was a mistake that was rectified by the fifth rebranding.

Animal Planet: Animal Planet has been a beloved brand around the world for 20 years, Animal
Planet needed an icon to establish the global aspect of its brand, an experience that would
resonate across countries, regions, and cultures. Beyond that, in 2018, Animal Planet launched a
comprehensive and new brand identity, in this new and distinctive version, the new jumping
elephant captures the beloved joy and energy of the Animal Planet brand.
 Trademark Filing with IPR Authority
for Protection
Trademark brand safenguading your identity.
Trademark registration, through which a brand can be protected from unauthorized use and
infringement. The Government of India has simplified the trademark registration process.
Entrepreneurs can now get trademark registration for their brand within a matter of months.
There is no need to submit original documents during the trademark application process, a
scanned copy of the original document is sufficient. Any person – an Indian citizen or foreign
citizen – can easily get a trademark registration done in India. There is no need to form a legal or
business entity to obtain a trademark. For Small Enterprises, Startups, Proprietorship, and
Individuals Rs. a trademark government fee of Rs.4500/- applies. For all others, the government
fee for a trademark is Rs. 9500/- is applicable. To be classified as a small enterprise, the
applicant must provide the Udyog Aadhaar Registration Certificate

Required Documents: (1) Logo in black and white color (Optional), if logo is not given,
trademark application can be made for the word (2) Signed Form-48, Form-48 To authorize the
trademark attorney to file the trademark application on behalf of the applicant is required to have
(3) Identity Certificate (4) Address Certificate (5) Udyog Aadhaar Registration (6) MOA and AOA
in case of Company (7) Partnership Firm or LLP In case of partnership document.

Trademark Classifications: Trademarks are divided into 45 different categories known as NIC
categories. 34 categories fall under the goods segment and 11 categories fall under the services
segment, with each trademark category representing a specific set of goods and services.
Choosing the right category is important while filing a trademark registration application as
choosing the wrong category of a mark can impact the registration process.

Online Application Submission: The 'Trademark Rules, 2017' provides provisions regarding
applications for trademark registration. The form prescribed under the rules for trademark
registration is called TM-A. Form TM-A has to be filled and signed by the applicant (trademark
owner), after which it can be filed in physical form at the trademark registry office or online on the
IP India website. In the case of a company, the authorized signatory or director should sign the
form.

Process After Filing a Trademark: It will be thoroughly examined by the TM Registrar, and he
will send the test report of the investigation in writing to the applicant so that he can know the
reasons why the registration office wants to reject the application. The applicant has to reply
within 30 days of receipt of the examination report in which he has to give all the defenses and
evidence against the objection raised by the Trademark Office, if the applicant does not reply
within the above time limit, the application Will be rejected.
 Legal Considerations and Trademark
Attorneys
Protecting trademarks:- Embrace legal battles and strengther your
Business essences
Trademark is the identity of your business, and protecting it is your biggest responsibility. By
registering it, you can strengthen your business brand and get ahead of your competitors. Even
from a legal point of view, trademark registration is very important. This ensures that no other
company uses your trademark. And even if it does, you have legal rights to take action against it.
Therefore, traders who want to register and protect their trademarks need a good trademark
lawyer. A trademark lawyer is a person who advises you on whether your trademark is already
owned by someone else and how to register it. He guides you through the entire process and
ensures that your trademark remains protected. There are different types of trademarks. Some
are words, some are symbols, and some are a mixture of words and symbols, but a trademark is
not just a name or a logo, it can also be a sound.

Understanding of Different Kinds of Trademarks:

(A) Word Marks: These consist of words, letters, or numbers, like the word “Apple” is a word
mark,
(B) Logo Marks: These are in the form of symbols that make a brand unique. Nike and
McDonald's logos are marks. Combination Marks: These are a combination of words and
symbols to provide an overall brand identity. Coca-Cola is an example of a (C) combination mark.

Two More Types of Trademark, Sound Marks and trade dresss: These represent the
distinctive sound associated with the brand, such as Intel's jingle or MGM's lion roar sound mark.
Trade Dress: This adjusts the overall appearance of a specific brand's packaging, such as the
shape of a Coca-Cola bottle.
Legal Considerations for Trademarks: Before trademark registration, it is important to search
for existing trademarks so that the new trademark does not infringe the existing trademarks.
Protecting a trademark requires constant vigilance. Trademark owners must monitor the market
to identify unauthorized use of their marks and take legal action when necessary to enforce
rights. Trademarks have a limited lifespan (10 Years), and must be re-registered after that. It is
necessary to do.
Role of Trademark Attorneys: Given the legal complexities and potential challenges associated
with trademarks, a professional trademark attorney plays a vital role in trademark protection and
management. They can conduct extensive searches to evaluate the chances of registration
success and ensure that the application meets all legal requirements. In case of trademark
dispute or litigation, they are responsible for presenting evidence, considering legal points, and
achieving a favorable outcome for their clients.
 Rejection of Trademark Due to
Similarity to Existing Trademarks
Imitators never taste real achievements
Every trademark has to go through strict scrutiny before it can be registered and in this scrutiny,
if your chosen trademark is found to be similar to any other already existing trademark, your
trademark will be rejected for registration. Imagine, you are starting a new company and you
want people to recognize your company by its name and logo. But if your mark already belongs
to another company, how will people recognize which goods are yours and which belong to
someone else? Similarly, a company that is already in existence may also suffer losses. If your
trademark matches their trademark, people may get confused and think that your product is from
the same old company. This may also affect the reputation and credibility of that old company.
Therefore, when we apply for trademark registration, it is examined to ensure that it is not
identical or similar to an already existing trademark. If your trademark resembles someone else's
too much, you will have to think of a new trademark. Now, some people may think that if they
make a small change their trademark will be registered. but it's not like that. The main thing here
is that people should not have misconceptions. Therefore, if your trademark is similar to
someone else's, you must change it completely so that there is no chance of confusion.

Structural Similarity: When the design or structure of a trademark is so similar to an already

registered trademark that it cannot be distinguished from each other, then it is called structural
similarity. Suppose, a new furniture company has applied for a trademark on the name “Wood
Elegance”. But this name is coming from already registered "Elegant Wood". Due to this
similarity, the trademark office may reject it on the basis of similarity.
Visual Similarity: “Visual similarity” simply means that two trademarks are very similar in
appearance. For example, a company is manufacturing drones and its trademark is "FlyTech". If
someone else applies for trademark registration with the name "F1yTech" in which "Fly" and
"F1y" are similar in appearance, the trademark office may reject it on visual similarity.

Phonetic Similarity: Phonetic similarity simply means that two names sound almost alike. Like
someone has already registered his business name with the name “AutoSpeed”, and if someone
else wants to start his business with the name “AutoSpeed” then he will not be allowed. The main
reason for this is that people cannot find the difference between both names and will not
understand that both are different. This may confuse them
The similarity of Goods or Services: Similarity of Goods or Services indicates that when we go
to register a new trademark, it should not be similar to any other already existing mark. . If it is
too similar, the trademark registry will not approve it. For example, if someone wants to register a
mark for a mobile phone named 'iPhone' and the name sounds like 'iPhone', then that name will
not be able to be registered.
 Rejection of Trademark Due to
Descriptiveness or Genericness
Everyone has the right to be special, being ordinary is not a choice
Why do some trademarks get rejected, especially when they are too descriptive (like 'white shoe')
or too general (like 'shoe')? First of all, what is the main purpose of a trademark? Its main
purpose is to create and identify the product or service and differentiate it from. existing
competitor’s products & and services If your trademark describes exactly what your product is, it
is not distinctive. Consider, for example, if someone requested 'good television' as their
trademark, it is very descriptive. This may also cause problems for any other merchant who sells
'by saying that it is the base feature of the television. Now let's talk about normality. If you want to
register Television' as a trademark, this may be a problem. Because 'television' is a common
word, everyone knows its meaning. By registering it, other traders may find it difficult to sell
televisions. Now you might be wondering why there are all these rules. The main reason for this
is that the trademark remains safe and legal for the business community. If everyone starts
registering generic or descriptive terms, it could create confusion in the market. Therefore,
whenever we think of registering a trademark, we should take care that it is neither too
descriptive nor too general.
Lack of Distinctiveness: A trademark should have the ability to distinguish one organization or
product from another organization’s product, e.g. if a person uses the word "Supermarket" for his
Grocery Store, If you want to trademark it, it will be rejected because it is use the word which
Grocery is a commonly used word in business.

Merely Descriptive: “Merely descriptive” means that the trademark merely depicts a description
of the product or services, but does not reveal a specific brand. As an example, a person applies
for a trademark for a new brand name "Soft Blanket", and this trademark only refers to a
description of a good hence the trademark office may reject it due to mere descriptiveness.
Use of State Emblems or Prohibited Words: Using state emblems, such as the national flag or
other important symbols of the state, is generally prohibited in trademarks. The main reason for
this is that such symbols and symbols are related to national dignity and respect and it is not
considered appropriate to use them for commercial gains. Similarly, there are some words whose
use is prohibited in trademarks. These are words that may be confusing, or that may mislead the
consumer, or that may be offensive to a specific community or group.

Violation of Well-Known Trademarks: A new trademark application should not infringe the
rights of a well-known trademark. For example, a local electronics store tries to register the
trademark “Appletronics” for its products. "Apple" is already a well-known trademark. Use of
"Appletronics" for electronics products may cause confusion among customers, the trademark
office will reject it on the grounds of "Infringement of Well-Known Trademarks".
 Rejection of Trademark Due to
Deceptiveness or Misleadingness
The advantage of those who cheat is only for a short time
In the world of trademarks, many times those marks or names are rejected which may confuse or
mislead the public. The first question that arises is how confusing and misleading trademarks
are. So, simply put, if any kind of mark or name is such that it causes you to believe it without
reminding you of some other good, service, or business, then it is confusing or misleading. For
example, if a person opens a fruit shop named 'Apple' and wants to brand himself with the name
'Apple', it may be confusing. 'Apple' is already the name of a major tech company and people
associate it with mobile phones and computers and not fruits. The main job of trademark
authorities is to ensure that the public is not misled. Therefore, whenever it is felt that a
trademark may be confusing, it gets rejected. But it is also important to consider that not all
merchants deliberately choose misleading trademarks. Many times they think that their chosen
name is unique, but for others, it may be confusing. Therefore, whenever a trademark is applied,
it should be kept in mind that it should not be confusing or misleading. With this, the true identity
of the business can be protected and public trust is also maintained.

False Description or Claim: Trademarks that are likely to cause confusion among consumers
about the origin, quality, or characteristics of products or services, such as a company using the
term "PureOrganic" for its snack foods. Wants to use it in its trademark, but in fact, these snacks
are not organic, and they contain synthetic ingredients. In this case, the trademark office will
reject it on the grounds of a "Deceptive Trademark".

False Endorsement or Affiliations: This means that false endorsement or affiliation of the
trademark or product is being shown, which may mislead the consumer. For example, a
company is advertising its new drink with the trademark “Amitabh. Bachchan's choice", but
Amitabh Bachchan has never given such support. This may mislead the consumer and may
create problems in the registration of the trademark.
Geographical Indications: Trademarks that use the names of certain geographical locations or
regions in a manner that may mislead consumers such as a company registering the trademark
"Darjeeling Teas" for its tea products. Tries to, but is not actually sourced from the Darjeeling
region of India, which is famous for its high-quality teas. The trademark office will reject it on the
grounds of "infringement of Geographical Indications"

Misleading Comparison to Competitor: This means that a wrong comparison is being made
between trademarks or products, which may mislead the consumer that this product is better
than its competitor. For example, if a company writes "World's Tastiest Biscuits" with the
trademark for its biscuits, and compares it with its competitor's biscuits on its packaging, such
comparison can create problems in the registration of the trademark.
 Rejection of Trademark Due to Bad
Faith or Unlawful Intent
As is the intention, so is the result. Even in the world of trademarks.
This may sound a little strange, but it is true. When a person or organization, seeing the fame of
another business, tries to follow the trademark of another business without any proper purpose,
then it is considered as bad faith or illegal intention. Suppose, you saw that a brand is quite
famous for its product named 'Accha Naam' and you thought why not launch a similar product in
the market whose name is 'Accha Naam'? Now, your intention may be to achieve the same
notoriety that a 'good name' product enjoys. But, when you go to register it, you may get rejected
due to your illegal intention. This happens because the main purpose of a trademark is to give a
business its unique identity. If two businesses use the same trademark, consumer confusion may
occur. Therefore, Bad Faith or illegal intent is taken very seriously in trademark registration. So,
whenever you apply for trademark registration for your business, ensure that your chosen
trademark does not already exist and your intention is to get approval that is good and natural
and not to identify any other business and steal the fame. Rejection due to bad faith and illegal
intention helps ensure that the consumer gets correct information and avoids any kind of
misconception.

Offensive or Immoral Content: Trademarks that contain content that is considered offensive
and morally controversial such as a liquor company wanting to register the "VulgarVices"
trademark for its drinks. This trademark will be rejected by the trademark registration office as it
goes against the basic principles of social policy and ethics.

Contrary to Law or Government Interests: Trademarks that are against existing laws or
government interests, such as a company attempting to register a trademark by including the
national flag as part of its trademark design. The trademark office will reject it on the grounds that
the commercial entity cannot misuse national symbols.

Trademarks That Violate Religious Sentiments: “Trademarks that violate religious sentiments”
are trademarks that contain sacred religious symbols and are used in a way that commercializes
or disparages a religious community. Even if sentiments are hurt, the trademark registration
office will reject it.

Violation of Public Health or Safety or Inconsistent with Fundamental Rights: Trademarks

that may pose a threat to public health or safety, especially for products or services that are
harmful to consumers. Such trademarks will be rejected and those trademarks which are against
fundamental rights will also be rejected.
 Trademarks vs. Copyrights vs.
Patents
Trademarks vs. Copyrights vs. Patents
In today's era, where innovation and technology are continuously escalating, the importance of
protection and validation of your products and ideas is also concerning. We get this protection
and identity done in three major ways: copyright, trademark, and patent. Copyrights help protect
creative works, such as books, music, paintings, etc., and ensure that they cannot be
republished without permission. At the same time, a trademark is a commercial identity, that is
used for a product or service, and it ensures that the characteristics and quality of the product or
service are different from others. A patent, on the other hand, protects an innovation or process
that is new and unique and ensures that only the patent holder can use it commercially. For
every individual or organization, it is important to have an understanding of these three
proprietary rights as it provides them with true protection and recognition of their efforts and
innovations. These rights help them to establish their ideas and products in the market, and
ensure that they get the fruits of their efforts.

Trademark: “Trademark” is an identification that distinguishes the goods or services of one

business from others. It communicates to users which brand goods or services are from.
Additionally, it gives users information about the price, quality, and brand story of the product.
Furthermore, it also provides legal protection to the business allowing it to take steps against
unauthorized use.

Copyright: “Copyright” is a type of law that protects art, literature, and other products, such as
songs, books, or movies. This ensures that their creators get protection for their work and that no
one can make unauthorized copies. Additionally, it gives the copyright holder the right to use
their work and license it to other people. Copyrights can be very long in duration, and allow for
the publication and broadcast of the work.

Design Patent: “Design Patent” means that a product of a particular design or shape remains
only with the person who has taken a patent for it. For example, if you have created a new
design and you want that no one else can copy that design, then you can put it in a patent. This
makes the design yours only and no one else has to copy or sell it without your permission.

Patent: “Patent” is a way to protect innovation and technological products. The one who has
created something new is ensured that no one else can copy it without his permission, the
duration of the patent is limited, but it helps in promoting new inventions and technological
developments. This gives the inventor of the product the right to license it to other companies for
its marketing and use, which helps in encouraging their innovation.
 FAQs
Question: Can I do trademark registration myself?
Answer: Yes, you can apply for registration yourself, but the process involves legal implications.
That's why most people take advice from lawyers.
Question: What is the difference between trademark and copyright?
Answer: Trademark is meant to protect trade/Business marks logo and names. Copyright exists
in writing, music, art etc.
Question: In how many days will my trademark be registered?
Answer: This process depends on the circumstances, but can usually take up to a few months.
Question: Can I sell my trademark?
Answer: Yes, you can sell your trademark rights.

Question: Can I change my trademark?

Answer: Once registered, you cannot change your trademark. You will have to register a new
trademark.

Question: What can I do if someone is using my registered trademark?

Answer: If someone is using your registered trademark, you can
Can take legal action.

Question: Can both logo and slogan be registered?

Answer: Yes, you can register both logo and slogan as trademarks.

Question: What is the difference between 'TM' and '©' symbols?

Answer: 'TM' is used for trademark and indicates that a trademark or name is being used. The
'©' symbol stands for copyright and represents rights over writings, music, images, etc.

Question: When can I use the 'TM' symbol?

Answer: As soon as you apply for a trademark, you use the 'TM' symbol.
Can do with your trademark. This shows that you have applied for trademark registration.

Question: Does using the 'TM' symbol give me legal protection?

Answer: The use of 'TM' symbol only indicates that you have applied for trademark registration.
Complete protection is provided when your trademark is registered.

Question: What is the difference between "TM" and "®"?

Answer: “TM” is used when a mark is not registered, but
It is being used commercially by a company or individual. The “®” symbol is used only if the mark
has been officially registered.
Question: Can I use the “®” symbol before registering my trademark?
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