What is a Trademark?
A trademark is a word, name, symbol or device that identifies and distinguishes goods from those manufactured or sold by others and identifies the source of the goods. Simply put, a trademark is how your customers recognize goods or services as belonging to you.
Trademarks allow businesses to build brand awareness and reap financial benefits from their goods or services.
Examples of Trademarks
- Business Name
- Logo
- Tagline
- Product Name
- Name of Podcast
- Group Coaching Community
- Blog Name
What is the difference between trademarks and copyrights?
A trademark is any word, phrase, symbol, design or a combination of these things that identifies your goods or services. A copyright is a legal right that protects original works of authorship from unauthorized use.
Can Someone Else Use My Registered Trademark?
Once your trademark is registered, you have the exclusive right to use the mark to sell your products and services. Your registration prevents competitors from using identical or similar marks.
Trademark registration provides a legal basis for enforcement against unauthorized use of a mark.