How to search US trademarks (1)
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August 2, 2024
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Before proceeding with a US trademark application, it's crucial to conduct a comprehensive search for existing US trademarks. Companies that are currently exporting or planning to export often face challenges in verifying whether their brand can be registered as a trademark overseas. Therefore, I will explain how to search for US trademarks yourself.
Before that, what should I prepare when applying for a US trademark? Are you curious about the documents required for applying for a US trademark? 여기를 클릭
First, you need to know where to search for US trademarks. Let's go through the steps to search for US trademarks.
Access the USPTO Website:
You can easily access the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website by typing "USPTO" into Google or Naver, or by directly entering the URL uspto.gov in your browser's address bar. Once on the USPTO homepage, you should see a screen like this:
Navigate to the Trademark Search Page:
On the homepage, you will find menu options at the top, including "Patents" and "Trademarks." For now, we are focusing on trademarks, so click on "Trademarks."
Access the Trademark Database Search:After clicking on "Trademarks," look for "Search our trademark database" and click on it. This will take you to the Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS).
Trademark Search System:On the TESS page, you can search for existing trademarks using various search options such as Basic Word Mark Search, Structured Search, and Free Form Search. Use these tools to input your desired trademark and view existing trademarks that may be similar or identical.
What to Do Next?
Follow these steps to ensure that your brand is available for trademark registration in the US. Conducting a thorough search will help you avoid potential conflicts with existing trademarks. In the next content, I will explain in detail how to use each search option in TESS to find trademarks.
By following these steps, you can effectively search for US trademarks and plan your overseas brand strategy with greater confidence.
