Learn about trademarks
Do you need a trademark for Amazon Brand Registry?
Amazon Brand Registry offers sellers “a suite of tools designed to help you build and protect your brand, creating a better experience for customers”. To enrol in Amazon’s Brand Registry, you have...
Can I get a domain name trademark?
Business owners often want to know whether they can trademark a domain name. The short answer is “Yes,” and it might be a good idea if the domain name is integral to your business. You may have...
How to choose a strong trademark name
Choosing the right brand name can be tricky. You could be naming a future global brand, so choose carefully! Pick a name that consumers can easily recognise and associate with your brand. The...
How to trademark a name
Like a king’s monogram on a wax seal, or a signature on an original work of art, a trademark was historically an identifying mark to help consumers recognise the origin of a product. Similarly, the...
Adding a registered trademark sign to a logo
Businesses can either use the ® symbol or the ™ symbol to indicate the trademark status of their brand. Read on to learn more about adding the registered trademark symbol - ® - or the trademark...
How to create a logo trademark
A logo can be defined as a graphic design, symbol, or stylized name used to identify a company, organisation, product, or brand. When used effectively, logos can be powerful brand elements that help...
Trademark or copyright my logo?
Many business owners ask us, “ Should I trademark or copyright my logo?” It’s a great question because it shows they know that they need to protect their logo, even if they don’t quite know how. The...
Should I trademark my brand and logo?
Business owners often ask us questions like: “Should I trademark my brand and logo?” “Must I trademark my business name and logo?” “What exactly should I trademark?” Our response? For the most...
What is a Trademark?
Types of trademarks included in the trademark definition As a business owner, you probably know that you can trademark your business name, brand name, logo, slogans or tagline phrases. You can...
Trademark Definition
A trademark is simply a sign or symbol to identify the origin of a product (or service) to consumers. The Cambridge dictionary gives a sensible explanation in plain English: “a name or symbol on a...
Why use Trademark Planet?
Ensure exclusivity for your brand in 3 smart moves. Perhaps you are wondering how to get a trademark: Should you submit your trademark application online yourself on the government site or...
8 Tips for trademarking a phrase or slogan
A slogan or tagline is a striking or memorable phrase used in advertising. An effective slogan has the ‘firepower’ to make consumers stop and think... and ever after recall your brand when they see...
Can I trademark a phrase or slogan?
A trademarked phrase or slogan can be a powerful branding asset that helps to build the reputation and identity of your business and set it apart from others. It should convey a key message that...
How do I protect my business name?
If you’ve already incorporated your company, that’s a good first step. Now you need to apply for a trademark registration to make sure you’re the only one who can use your business name in your...
Can I trademark a business name?
Many businesses think that, having incorporated a company at Companies House, they’ve secured the exclusive right to use their chosen company name. But unfortunately incorporating a company provides...
How much does it cost to trademark my business name in the UK?
Did you know that a trademark registration can last forever? A registered trademark provides protection for your brand for an initial period of ten years, but it can be renewed for successive...
Why trademark your business name?
Securing a trademark for your business name is an essential step if you want brand protection. In a world of stiff competition with unscrupulous copycats and counterfeiters, you can’t afford to...
Why trademarks are important for brand protection
A business without brand protection is like a store without locks on the doors: there's always a risk a competitor could steal your assets. If you run a small business, don’t think you’re too...
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