Introduction
Trademarking your brand’s name, logo, tagline, and other elements may be costly. Here’s how much it costs to file a trademark in the United States.
The cost of trademarking a name is determined on how you file. Electronic filing costs $225, while hardcopy filing costs $410. You have the option of doing it yourself or hiring an attorney to assist you.
If you intend to apply for trademark, it is critical that you do so appropriately. If you do not, your application may be rejected, and your money will be lost.
The cost of applying for trademark registration varies according on whether you register electronically or on paper.
The base price for filing online is $225 per class, with an extra $50 for each group of products or services (up to three), with a maximum payment of $400 per class. We will waive the $225 base price and only charge you for each additional language in which the mark was applied if your application comprises fewer than 25 total items or services in any one international class (1-6) and more than two international classes owing to multiple languages. There are no additional expenses if your application comprises 24 or less goods/services, regardless of whether they are bundled together into one international class or separated into different ones.
The standard filing price for paper filings using the TEAS Plus® Trademark Application System (.pdf) is presently $275 per class, however this can be lowered based on specific criteria such as small organisation status (if applicable). In addition to these fees, there may be other charges such as national application fees when required by law; longer response delays may also result in greater expenses depending on when they occur within the prosecution phases; and so on.
On the website of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), you may file a trademark application electronically.
The procedure of USPTO trademark filing is rather simple. On the website of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), you may file a trademark application electronically. This would drastically minimise your expenditures, as filing an application by paper mail would cost $325 in fees alone. However, if you desire to register your trademark with state or municipal governments, you may need to complete extra documentation with them separately, such as registering your name with the secretary of state’s office in each state where you intend to do business.
It’s also worth mentioning that there are several businesses that provide aid filing trademarks for money—but these services often charge more than doing it yourself online for free!
Filing a trademark application online is less expensive, but there are hazards involved.
You may save money by filing a trademark application online. However, doing so increases your danger.
A trademark application typically costs $1,800 for an individual and $5,000 for numerous applicants (like partners or corporations). Trademark applications are frequently filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), but several nations require them to be filed with their own agencies as well.
Online filing providers often charge between $500 and $600 per application. If you wish to engage an attorney or agent to assist you with the process, expect to spend anywhere from $1,500 to $3,000 in addition to your USPTO fees—though these companies may provide savings if they represent other clients at the same time.
Your application must also be properly formatted, since applications that are not properly formatted may be declined.
Your application must be typed or printed in English, signed by the applicant or their attorney, and include the name of your business on the first page.
The words “Trademark Application” “shall be put just beneath your name, with a space above it for a USPTO filing fee stamp.
Except for the areas that require red ink, the complete application must be written in black ink (such as the signature block).
The trademark application procedure takes roughly three months to complete. You’ll need to file a trademark application and show that you’re really utilising the term in commerce. If your application is granted, you may use a TM mark next to the name or, if registered, a ® symbol. There should be a place in the application for a drawing of your mark, although it is not essential. Leave the area blank if you don’t have a sketch. Drawings should be done in black ink on separate pieces of paper from the application, and each page should be numbered sequentially.
Filing online is the most cost-effective alternative, and you can do it yourself.
Although the process of trademark registration is very simple, there are several methods to save money along the road. If you are not utilising an attorney, it is better to file your application online. You won’t have to pay postal fees or shipping expenses (which may cost up to $60 each box). Furthermore, because the USPTO is already going toward electronic filing, it is now easier than ever to execute this step yourself.
By eliminating the necessity for an attorney, you will save money on legal bills. Some firms charge over $200 per hour, which may rapidly mount up if you’re attempting to trademark something like “Coca-Cola” or “Google.”
You’ll obtain your findings sooner because most applications just need one inspection by someone at the USPTO before being accepted or denied within three months; this is known as “trademark prosecution” in legal parlance.”
Conclusion
The filing of a trademark with the USPTO is the initial step in protecting your brand, but it is not the only one. Consider registering your firm name and copyrighting any creative content you create.