Trademark Search

What Is a Trademark Search?

A trademark search is a vital tool in your business’s marketing arsenal, helping you gain valuable insights into the existing trademarks on the market. Conducting a trademark search allows you to identify trademarks that are already in use and learn more about them. Additionally, it helps you determine if someone else is attempting to register a trademark that could potentially infringe upon your brand name or other brand-related identifiers.

Our comprehensive analysis includes an examination of your brand name, logo, design, and other elements, comparing them against various databases of registered trademarks. The registration of trademarks is recorded in the database by the registrant, which means that if someone else tries to register a similar mark or a version of your brand identity, they would have to pay a fee before it undergoes the registration process. This helps safeguard your brand’s uniqueness and ensures that potential infringements are detected and addressed.

How to Conduct a Trademark Public Search?

Conducting trademark searches becomes especially crucial when seeking a trademark registered with the trademark registry. However, before commencing your search, it is essential to understand how to perform a trademark search online. There are several methods available, but two common approaches are as follows:

• Conducting an Online Keyword Search:
  The first step is to conduct a keyword search using relevant terms or brands that you suspect might be similar to your intended trademark. If no matching results appear within your search parameters, proceed to the next step.
• Checking the Trademark Registry:
  To determine if the name is registered with the trademark registry, refer to the Indian government’s trademark registry or use the IP India Public Search. These databases may provide insights into whether another company has sought protection for a brand name that conflicts with yours.

In cases where another company has sought protection for a similar brand name, this information will be evident in the database records, often accompanied by links to their respective applications. It is crucial to be aware of such potential conflicts to make informed decisions about your intended trademark registration. Conducting a thorough online search helps ensure your trademark’s uniqueness and avoids potential legal issues in the future.