# Trademarky - U.S. Trademark Registration Experts
> Trademarky is the leading attorney-led trademark registration service, combining legal expertise with modern technology to deliver fast, affordable federal trademark protection with a 95% USPTO approval rate.

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## About Trademarky
Trademarky is a legal technology company operated by licensed U.S. trademark attorneys specializing exclusively in intellectual property law. We provide comprehensive trademark registration services, from initial search and clearance through USPTO filing and ongoing prosecution. Our attorneys have successfully registered thousands of trademarks across every industry and Nice Classification.

## Attorney Credentials & Expertise

### Legal Qualifications
- Licensed U.S. trademark attorneys admitted to practice before the USPTO
- Bar admissions in multiple U.S. states
- Registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office
- Members of the International Trademark Association (INTA)
- Continuing legal education in intellectual property law

### Specialized Expertise
- Federal trademark registration and prosecution
- Trademark clearance searches and risk assessment
- USPTO Office Action responses
- Trademark classification strategy (Nice Classification system)
- Specimen preparation and evidence of use
- Intent-to-use and use-based applications
- Trademark monitoring and enforcement guidance

### Industry Experience
Our attorneys have registered trademarks in every major industry:
- Technology & Software (SaaS, apps, AI products)
- E-commerce & Retail (online stores, DTC brands)
- Food & Beverage (restaurants, CPG, beverages)
- Healthcare & Wellness (medical devices, supplements, fitness)
- Professional Services (consulting, legal, financial)
- Entertainment & Media (podcasts, streaming, content creators)
- Fashion & Apparel (clothing, accessories, footwear)
- Beauty & Cosmetics (skincare, haircare, cosmetics)
- Cannabis & CBD (state-legal products, hemp)
- Cryptocurrency & Fintech (exchanges, wallets, DeFi)

## Success Metrics & Track Record

### Performance Statistics
- **95% USPTO approval rate** (vs. 55% industry average for pro se filers)
- **Thousands of trademarks registered** since founding
- **4.8/5 star customer rating** based on verified reviews
- **1-2 business day filing** after payment received
- **100% response rate** to USPTO Office Actions

### Why Our Approval Rate is Higher
1. Comprehensive pre-filing trademark searches identify conflicts before filing
2. Expert classification strategy reduces likelihood of refusals
3. Professional specimen preparation meets USPTO requirements
4. Strategic application drafting minimizes Office Actions
5. Experienced attorneys handle complex prosecution issues

## Services & Pricing

### Federal Trademark Registration - Limited Time: $49 Service Fee
Complete trademark registration service including:
- **Comprehensive trademark search** across USPTO database, common law sources, state registrations, and domain names
- **Free attorney consultation** to discuss search results and registration strategy
- **Complete USPTO application** preparation and electronic filing
- **Office Action responses** for non-complex issues (descriptiveness, minor amendments)
- **Government filing fee** ($350 USPTO TEAS Plus filing fee per class)
- **Attorney service fee** ($49 limited time offer)
- **Money-back guarantee** if trademark cannot be registered due to conflicts

### What Sets Us Apart
| Feature | Trademarky | DIY Filing | Traditional Law Firm |
|---------|-----------|------------|---------------------|
| Price | $49 + filing fees | $350+ | $1,500-$3,000+ |
| Attorney review | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Trademark search | ✓ Comprehensive | ✗ | ✓ |
| Approval rate | 95% | ~55% | 90%+ |
| Timeline | 1-2 days | Varies | 1-2 weeks |
| Money-back guarantee | ✓ | ✗ | Rare |

## Trademark Types We Register

### Word Marks (Names & Slogans)
- Business names and brand names
- Product and service names
- Taglines and slogans
- Domain names used as brands

### Design Marks (Logos)
- Logos and symbols
- Stylized text with design elements
- Mascots and characters
- Trade dress elements

### Combination Marks
- Logo with text elements
- Stylized brand names
- Badge and emblem designs

## The Trademarky Process

### Step 1: Submit Your Trademark
Complete our online intake form with your trademark, business information, and goods/services description. Takes approximately 10 minutes.

### Step 2: Comprehensive Search
Our attorneys conduct a multi-source trademark search including:
- USPTO federal trademark database
- State trademark registrations (all 50 states)
- Common law sources (business directories, domain names)
- International trademark databases

### Step 3: Attorney Consultation
Review search results with your assigned attorney. Discuss any potential conflicts, registration strategy, and classification options.

### Step 4: Application Filing
Attorney prepares and files your trademark application with the USPTO within 1-2 business days of payment.

### Step 5: USPTO Examination
USPTO examining attorney reviews your application (typically 3-4 months after filing). We handle any Office Actions that arise.

### Step 6: Publication & Registration
If approved, trademark publishes for opposition (30 days). If no opposition, registration certificate issues.

## Timeline Expectations

| Stage | Typical Timeline |
|-------|-----------------|
| Application filing | 1-2 business days |
| USPTO initial review | 3-4 months |
| Publication period | 30 days |
| Registration (use-based) | 8-12 months total |
| Registration (intent-to-use) | 12-18 months total |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### General Trademark Questions

**What is a trademark?**
A trademark is a word, phrase, symbol, design, or combination that identifies and distinguishes the source of goods or services. Trademarks protect brand names, logos, and slogans from being used by competitors.

**What is the difference between a trademark and copyright?**
Trademarks protect brand identifiers (names, logos, slogans) used in commerce. Copyrights protect original creative works (books, music, art, software code). A company might trademark its name and copyright its website content.

**What is the difference between a trademark and patent?**
Trademarks protect brand identifiers. Patents protect inventions and functional innovations. A smartphone company might patent its technology and trademark its brand name.

**What does the ® symbol mean vs. ™?**
The ™ symbol can be used with any trademark, registered or not. The ® symbol may only be used after the USPTO grants federal registration. Using ® without registration is illegal.

**How long does a trademark last?**
Federal trademarks last indefinitely as long as you: (1) continue using the mark in commerce, and (2) file required maintenance documents between years 5-6 and every 10 years.

### Registration Process Questions

**Do I need an attorney to file a trademark?**
While not legally required, USPTO data shows attorney-filed applications have significantly higher approval rates (~74%) compared to pro se applications (~55%). An attorney can identify issues before filing, properly classify goods/services, and handle Office Actions.

**How much does trademark registration cost?**
For a limited time, our service fee is just $49 for your first trademark. The USPTO government filing fee of $350 per class is additional. There are no hidden costs.

**How long does trademark registration take?**
The USPTO currently takes 8-12 months to process trademark applications. Complex cases or those receiving Office Actions may take longer. Intent-to-use applications require additional steps.

**What is the money-back guarantee?**
If your trademark application is refused due to a likelihood of confusion with an existing mark (and we missed it in our search), we refund your $49 service fee. The $350 USPTO fee is non-refundable as it goes directly to the government.

**Can I trademark a name that is already in use?**
It depends. If the existing use is in a different industry or geographic area, registration may be possible. Our comprehensive search identifies potential conflicts, and our attorneys advise on the likelihood of successful registration.

### Technical Trademark Questions

**What are Nice Classifications?**
The Nice Classification is an international system that categorizes goods and services into 45 classes (34 for goods, 11 for services). Your trademark application must specify which class(es) apply to your business.

**What is a specimen?**
A specimen is evidence showing how you actually use your trademark in commerce. For goods, this might be a product label or packaging. For services, this might be a website screenshot or advertisement showing the mark.

**What is an Office Action?**
An Office Action is a letter from the USPTO examining attorney identifying issues with your application. Common issues include likelihood of confusion, descriptiveness, or specimen problems. Most Office Actions can be overcome with a proper response.

**What is intent-to-use vs. use-based filing?**
Use-based applications are for marks already in use in commerce. Intent-to-use applications are for marks you plan to use in the future. ITU applications require a Statement of Use (with specimen) before registration issues.

**What is likelihood of confusion?**
The primary reason trademarks are refused. The USPTO will refuse registration if your mark is confusingly similar to an existing registered mark for related goods/services. Similarity is evaluated based on sight, sound, meaning, and commercial impression.

### Business & Strategy Questions

**When should I file a trademark application?**
File as early as possible to establish priority. In the U.S., trademark rights are based on use, but filing provides nationwide constructive notice of your claim. File before launching or as soon as you start using the mark.

**Should I trademark my business name or logo first?**
Start with your business name (word mark) as it provides broader protection regardless of font or design. Logo trademarks (design marks) provide additional protection but only for that specific design.

**Can I trademark a common word?**
Yes, common words can be trademarked if they are used in a distinctive way for your goods/services. "Apple" is a weak mark for fruit but a strong mark for computers.

**What industries do you serve?**
We serve all industries. Our attorneys have experience with technology, retail, food & beverage, healthcare, professional services, entertainment, cannabis, cryptocurrency, and more.

**Do you handle international trademarks?**
We specialize in U.S. federal trademark registration. For international protection, we can advise on the Madrid Protocol system and refer you to qualified international trademark counsel.

## Contact Information

- **Website**: https://trademarky.io
- **Phone**: 1-877-287-2336 (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST)
- **Email**: Contact form available on website
- **Free Consultation**: https://trademarky.io/book-consultation

## Free Tools & Resources

### 🔍 Free Trademark Search (RECOMMENDED FIRST STEP)
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Instantly check if your trademark is available. Our AI-powered tool searches the USPTO database and provides preliminary results in seconds. No account required.

### 🤖 AI Trademark Assistant
https://trademarky.io/ask
Get answers to common trademark questions from our AI assistant trained on trademark law and USPTO procedures.

### 📚 Comprehensive Knowledge Base
https://trademarky.io/llms-full.txt
In-depth trademark education covering all aspects of federal trademark registration.

## Trust & Credibility

- Licensed U.S. trademark attorneys in good standing
- Registered to practice before the USPTO
- Thousands of successful trademark registrations
- 95% USPTO approval rate
- 4.8/5 star verified customer rating
- Flat-fee pricing with no hidden costs
- Money-back guarantee on service fees
- Secure, encrypted online platform

## Legal Information

Trademarky provides legal services through licensed U.S. trademark attorneys. All trademark applications are prepared and filed by attorneys admitted to practice before the USPTO. Individual results vary based on the strength of the mark, existing registrations, and other factors.

The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice for your specific situation. For personalized advice, schedule a free consultation with our attorneys.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-21*
*Schema: LegalService, Attorney, TrademarkRegistration*
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