Logo Registration
- Art Teacher
- London, UK
- 5-7 Hrs
In the competitive world of branding, registering your logo isn’t just a smart move—it’s a legal necessity. A logo represents your brand’s identity, but without registration, it’s vulnerable to misuse, imitation, or theft. Logo registration gives you exclusive rights to use that design in connection with your goods or services, protecting your brand’s integrity and market presence. It legally distinguishes your business from competitors and allows you to take legal action against unauthorized use. In a digital-first marketplace where brand theft is common, registration ensures your logo remains uniquely yours. Remember, designing a great logo is only half the journey—owning it legally completes the brand-building process.
- Logo (in JPEG format)
- Applicant’s details
- Business registration proof
- Trademark class
- Power of Attorney (Form TM-48)
- User affidavit (if applicable)
- Date of first use
- Signed application form
- Logo design finalization
- Trademark search – to ensure no similar marks exist
- Prepare and file TM application (Form TM-A)
- Examination by Trademark Office
- Reply to objections (if any)
- Logo publication in Trademark Journal
- Opposition period (4 months)
- Trademark registration certificate issued
FAQs
Yes, logos with generic symbols can be registered if the overall design is unique and distinctive, not just the generic element alone.
Yes, most trademark offices require proof of commercial use (like invoices, packaging, websites) or a declaration of intent to use as part of the application process.
Not legally binding, but you can send a cease & desist letter and oppose conflicting trademarks during the journal publication stage.
Yes, a logo and brand name can be registered together as one combined trademark, which protects the specific combination as a single mark.
Yes, significant changes usually require a new registration since only the exact version registered is protected; minor changes may be allowed through a modification process, but substantial redesigns need a fresh application.