{"id":448,"date":"2022-11-08T10:17:41","date_gmt":"2022-11-08T04:47:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.legaltax.in\/?p=448"},"modified":"2022-11-08T10:17:41","modified_gmt":"2022-11-08T04:47:41","slug":"check-trademark-status","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Check Trademark Status Online: A Simple Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span 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href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#INTRODUCTION\" title=\"INTRODUCTION\">INTRODUCTION<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#First_Lets_understand_Trademark_Registration_Process\" title=\"First Let&#8217;s understand Trademark Registration Process\">First Let&#8217;s understand Trademark Registration Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Lets_Understand_%E2%80%93_How_to_Check_Trademark_Status\" title=\"Let&#8217;s Understand &#8211; How to Check Trademark Status\">Let&#8217;s Understand &#8211; How to Check Trademark Status<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Trade_Mark_Application_Status\" title=\"Trade Mark Application Status\">Trade Mark Application Status<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#New_Application\" title=\"New Application\">New Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Marked_for_Examination\" title=\"Marked for Examination\">Marked for Examination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Objection\" title=\"Objection\">Objection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Withdrawn\" title=\"Withdrawn\">Withdrawn<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Registered\" title=\"Registered\">Registered<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Formalities_Check_Fail\" title=\"Formalities Check Fail\">Formalities Check Fail<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Rejected_or_Abandoned\" title=\"Rejected or Abandoned\">Rejected or Abandoned<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Advertised_Before_Accepted\" title=\"Advertised Before Accepted\">Advertised Before Accepted<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Accepted_and_Advertised\" title=\"Accepted and Advertised\">Accepted and Advertised<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Opposition\" title=\"Opposition\">Opposition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Canceled\" title=\"Canceled\">Canceled<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQ&#8217;s\">FAQ&#8217;s<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#What_is_a_trademark_status_check\" title=\"What is a trademark status check?\">What is a trademark status check?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Why_is_it_important_to_check_my_trademark_status\" title=\"Why is it important to check my trademark status?\">Why is it important to check my trademark status?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#How_can_I_check_my_trademark_status\" title=\"How can I check my trademark status?\">How can I check my trademark status?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#What_should_I_look_for_when_checking_my_trademark_status\" title=\"What should I look for when checking my trademark status?\">What should I look for when checking my trademark status?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#What_happens_if_my_trademark_status_changes\" title=\"What happens if my trademark status changes?\">What happens if my trademark status changes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#How_can_I_ensure_that_my_trademark_remains_in_good_standing\" title=\"How can I ensure that my trademark remains in good standing?\">How can I ensure that my trademark remains in good standing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Final_Word\" title=\"Final Word\">Final Word<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/check-trademark-status\/#Related_Trademark_Articles\" title=\"Related Trademark Articles\">Related Trademark Articles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INTRODUCTION\"><\/span>INTRODUCTION<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/trademark-registration.php\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/trademark-registration.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trademarks<\/a> <\/strong>play a crucial role in protecting your brand and ensuring that your products and services are recognized and distinguished from others in the market. It is essential to regularly check the status of your trademark to ensure it remains active and in good standing. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of checking your <strong>&#8220;<em>trademark status<\/em>&#8220;<\/strong>, including the different methods available and what to look out for.<br>Whether you&#8217;re a business owner, trademark attorney, or simply want to know the status of your trademark, this guide has everything you need to know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-f395b554-66e9-43ad-9aa5-c914f5efb996\" class=\"affiliate-block- affiliate-cta-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-cta-inner\"><div class=\"affiliate-cta-overlay\"><\/div><p id=\"get-your-trademark-registered-with--legaltax----at-999+gst,-secure-your-trademark-today!\" class=\"affiliate-cta-title\">Get Your Trademark Registered with <a href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/trademark-registration.php\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/trademark-registration.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Legaltax<\/a> &#8211; At 999+GST, Secure Your Trademark Today!<\/p><p class=\"affiliate-cta-content\"><\/p><div class=\"affiliate-cta-btn-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/trademark-registration.php\" class=\"affiliate-cta-btn  btn-is-small btn-is-fullw\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><i class=\"affiliate-abbtn-icon  af-icon-is-left\"><\/i><strong>Register Now<\/strong><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have registered your company for a trademark, you can easily track its status. Trademark registration is important for every company, There are other <strong>&#8220;<em>benefits of trademark registration<\/em>&#8220;<\/strong> as well which will be highlighted here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"First_Lets_understand_Trademark_Registration_Process\"><\/span>First Let&#8217;s understand Trademark Registration Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-1b1930d4-cc19-44af-8494-1d7a66588d10\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-1b1930 affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle-outline\"><li><strong>Begin with choosing a trademark &#8211;<\/strong> First, you need to choose the right <strong><em>&#8220;trademark position&#8221;<\/em><\/strong> that will represent your company. For this, you need to identify which category your product belongs to. There are a total of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.legaltax.in\/trademark-class-for-trademark-registration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">45 Trademark Classes of goods and services<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Check Availability \u2013 <\/strong>The next important thing that you have to check is the availability of the trademark. You have to see that the trademark you want is not taken by someone else. You can do it yourself or you can take the help of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">legal services<\/a><\/strong> for the same.<\/li><li><strong>Start filling out the Application Form<\/strong> &#8211; You can apply for the &#8220;A&#8221; Category. This means that the trademark will be registered for a specific and for this you will have to fill out Form TM-1. For this, you have to pay <strong>Rs. 4,500.<\/strong><\/li><li>The second way is to apply for international <strong>&#8220;<em>trademark registration in different classes<\/em>&#8220;<\/strong> or collectively. For this, you have to fill <strong>TM-A form<\/strong>. It allows you to register a trademark under more than one class.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-text-color has-background\"><strong>Note: While filling out the form, you must ensure that there is no mistake so that the approval of registration is not delayed.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lets_Understand_%E2%80%93_How_to_Check_Trademark_Status\"><\/span>Let&#8217;s Understand &#8211; How to Check Trademark Status<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the applicant has successfully applied, one can check the registration <strong><em>&#8220;status&#8221;<\/em><\/strong>. The following procedure defines the same:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To <em>&#8220;check tm status&#8221;<\/em> in India, follow these steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"affiliate-style-03e40b20-2cc1-4496-9adb-d546760452e2\" class=\"wp-block-affiliate-booster-ab-icon-list affiliate-block-03e40b affiliate-iconlist-wrapper\"><div class=\"affiliate-iconlist-inner aff-list-isshow-icon\"><div class=\"affiliate-block-advanced-list affiliate-icon-list affiliate-alignment-left\"><ul class=\"affiliate-list affiliate-list-type-unordered affiliate-list-bullet-check-circle-outline\"><li><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Visit the official website of the Indian Trade Marks Registry (TMR) at <a href=\"https:\/\/ipindiaonline.gov.in\/tmrpublicsearch\/frmmain.aspx\">https:\/\/ipindiaonline.gov.in\/tmrpublicsearch\/frmmain.aspx<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Click on <strong><em>\u201cTrademark Search\u201d<\/em><\/strong> in the top menu.<\/li><li><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Enter the name of the <strong><em>trademark<\/em><\/strong> in the search box.<\/li><li><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Click on <strong><em>\u201cSearch\u201d<\/em><\/strong> to view the results.<\/li><li><strong>Step 5: <\/strong>Check the status of the trademark by looking for the column <strong><em>\u201cStatus\u201d<\/em><\/strong> in the search results.<\/li><li><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> If the trademark is still pending, the status will show <strong><em>\u201cPending Examination\u201d<\/em><\/strong> or <strong><em>\u201cPending Advertise\u201d<\/em><\/strong>. If the trademark has been granted, the status will show \u201cRegistered\u201d.<\/li><li><strong>Step 7: <\/strong>To view the details of the trademark, click on the trademark number in the search results.<\/li><li><strong>Step 8:<\/strong> The details of the trademark, including the owner, application number, and class, will be displayed.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1001\" height=\"362\" src=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/image-65.png\" alt=\"trademark status\" class=\"wp-image-2779\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-text-color has-background\"><strong>Note: The TM status can change as the application process progresses, so it\u2019s important to periodically check the status of the trademark until it is granted.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"we-have-listed-some-of-them-below\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trade_Mark_Application_Status\"><\/span>Trade Mark Application Status<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Application\"><\/span><strong>New Application<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This status appears when the registration office has just received the application form.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Marked_for_Examination\"><\/span><strong>Marked for Examination<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After the preliminary round of evaluation, if one sees &#8216;Formalities Check Passed&#8217;, it means that the Trademark Examiner will examine the documents so that due diligence can be completed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objection\"><\/span><strong>Objection<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This <strong><em>&#8220;TM status&#8221;<\/em><\/strong> is assigned when the examiner has raised some objections to the registration status. The applicant must respond to this within one month of the issue of the position. If the reply does not come within the stipulated time limit, the application will be rejected.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Withdrawn\"><\/span><strong>Withdrawn<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If the applicant has opposition status, then the applicant can contest the case, or else he can withdraw the trademark application.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Registered\"><\/span><strong>Registered<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If the <strong>&#8220;<em>TM registration status<\/em>&#8220;<\/strong> mentions Registered, it means that the application has cleared all the stages of inspection, and has been accepted, the status will appear as Registered.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Formalities_Check_Fail\"><\/span><strong>Formalities Check Fail<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The next status one can see is the formality check failed. This status appears when there is some problem with the documentation of the trademark registration. Lack of clarity in the documents could be a possible reason for this.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rejected_or_Abandoned\"><\/span><strong>Rejected or Abandoned<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This status appears when the Registrar is not satisfied with the response to the show cause hearing or inquiry report.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Advertised_Before_Accepted\"><\/span><strong>Advertised Before Accepted<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This status appears when the Registrar is not convinced of the nature of the trademark.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accepted_and_Advertised\"><\/span><strong>Accepted and Advertised<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It means that the Registrar has accepted the trademark and can now get entry in the <a href=\"https:\/\/ipindia.gov.in\/journal.htm\">Trademark Journal.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opposition\"><\/span><strong>Opposition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After the trademark is published and advertised the general public is given 3-4 months to respond to it. If there is no objection during this time, the applicant can use it. However, if there is a conflict, then the trademark is described as in conflict.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Canceled\"><\/span><strong>Canceled<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If the applicant does not use the trademark continuously for 5 years, then it is removed from the Trademark journal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQ&#8217;s<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-faq-block\"><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h4 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_trademark_status_check\"><\/span><strong>What is a trademark status check?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">The <strong><em>TM status check<\/em><\/strong> refers to the current legal standing and use of a specific trademark.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h4 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_it_important_to_check_my_trademark_status\"><\/span><strong>Why is it important to check my trademark status?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">Checking your <strong><em>trademark public search<\/em><\/strong> regularly is important to ensure that your trademark remains in good standing, to identify any potential issues, and to take appropriate action to protect your brand.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h4 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_check_my_trademark_status\"><\/span><strong>How can I check my trademark status?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">You can check your Status of Trademark by searching online trademark databases, making a formal inquiry to the government agency responsible for registering trademarks, using trademark monitoring services, or consulting with a trademark attorney.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h4 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_look_for_when_checking_my_trademark_status\"><\/span><strong>What should I look for when checking my trademark status?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">When checking your <em><strong>trademark application status<\/strong><\/em>, you should look for renewals, infringements, trademark assignment records, and changes in your <strong><em>TM status<\/em><\/strong>.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h4 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_my_trademark_status_changes\"><\/span><strong>What happens if my trademark status changes?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">If your <strong><em>TM status<\/em><\/strong> changes, you may need to take action to protect your trademark rights and ensure that your brand remains protected. This may include renewing your trademark, addressing infringement issues, or taking other legal action.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"rank-math-faq-item\"><h4 class=\"rank-math-question\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_ensure_that_my_trademark_remains_in_good_standing\"><\/span><strong>How can I ensure that my trademark remains in good standing?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4><div class=\"rank-math-answer\">To ensure that your trademark remains in good standing, it is important to regularly <strong><em>check your trademark status<\/em><\/strong>, monitor its use, and take appropriate action to enforce your trademark rights and maintain its validity.<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, checking the <strong><em>&#8220;trademark status&#8221;<\/em><\/strong> is an important step in protecting your brand and ensuring that your trademark remains in good standing. By regularly monitoring your <strong>&#8220;<em>TM status<\/em>&#8220;<\/strong>, you can identify any potential issues, take appropriate action, and ensure that your trademark continues to provide the maximum level of protection for your brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/trademark-registration.php\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/legaltax.in\/trademark-registration.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">trademark application process<\/a><\/strong> can be complex, so it is advisable to seek the guidance of a trademark attorney to ensure that your trademark application is properly filed and processed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Word\"><\/span>Final Word<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In the final word, it is important to remember that trademarks are valuable assets that help to distinguish your brand and protect your business interests. 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