Basic Facts about Trademarks

Basic Facts About Trademarks

This pamphlet is customarily furnished in response to general information requests about trademarks received at the Patent and Trademark Office. A printed copy of this publication is provided by the PTO at no charge. You may also download this document in word processor formats or find it on our anonymous FTP server at ftp.uspto.gov in directory /pub/trademarks.

Some Basic Facts About Registering a Trademark
Information Numbers
The Registration Process
Filing Requirements
Additional Requirements For Intent-To-Use Applications
Trademark Services

As you browse this document, you will find references to the following forms, which are available for you to download, fill out, and turn in. Instructions are provided:

Trademark/Service Mark Application (PTO Form 1478)
Amendment to Allege Use Under 37 CFR 2.76, with Declaration (PTO Form 1579),
Statement of Use Under 37 CFR 2.88, with Declaration (PTO Form 1580),

Basic Facts About Trademarks

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