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Information guide

Check the coast is clear before you file

A trademark search helps identify existing marks that could block or conflict with your application.

Information guide — not a filing service

This information is not legal advice. TrueSealing is not a law firm.

Why search first

Searching before filing reduces the risk of refusal or opposition.

Identical and similar marks

Check marks that look or sound similar and cover related goods or services.

Think in classes

Protection is organized by classes of goods and services.

Where to look

Check public national, regional and international registers.

Next step

Start with the registration workflow

Use the guided workflow when you are ready to prepare a registration request.

Explore registration
Search is part of your registration journey. This guide helps you prepare your own search.

Ready when you are

The guided registration workflow is waiting when you decide to protect a mark.