Post-Registration Renewal

Keep Your Trademark Protected with Timely Renewals

Why Trademark Renewal Matters

Missing a Deadline Could Cost You Your Rights

Legal Protection Is Conditional

Trademark rights aren't indefinite. They're subject to strict USPTO trademark renewal timelines.

Avoid Cancellation by the USPTO

Miss a renew trademark deadline, and your registration can be cancelled with no warning.

Preserve Exclusive Use

Renewing your trademark keeps your exclusive rights to use the mark in your industry.

Prevent Infringement

Active registrations deter competitors from using confusingly similar marks.

Maintain Asset Value

A renewed trademark holds its value and appeal in licensing or sale.

Stay Visible in the USPTO Registry

An active trademark renewal service keeps your trademark publicly listed and searchable.

Avoid Reapplying From Scratch

If cancelled, you'll need to reapply, risking delays, opposition, or rejection.

Prove Continuous Use in Legal Disputes

Active trademark renewal filings serve as evidence of ongoing use if disputes arise.

How Trademark 360° Can Assist You

Simplifying the Trademark Renewal Process

At Trademark 360°, we take the complexity out of the trademark renewal process by helping you every step of the way. Here's how we can assist: 

  • Timely Reminders: We send you reminders well in advance of your renewal deadlines, ensuring that your trademark remains protected.
  • Seamless Filing: Our experienced team prepares and files all the necessary paperwork with the USPTO, making the process quick and easy.
  • Expert Guidance: We provide guidance on the renewal process, including ensuring your trademark is still in use and helping with any required changes.
  • Grace Period Assistance: If you miss a deadline, we can file your renewal during the six-month grace period.

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What You Need in order to Renew Your Trademark

Key details that ensure a smooth and timely renewal process

  • Information Required: We need minimal details to initiate the renewal: your trademark serial number, updated contact information, and proof of use.
  • Don't Wait Until It's Too Late: Stay ahead of the renewal process with our timely reminders to ensure you avoid unnecessary penalties.

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FAQ`s

If you miss the renewal deadline, your trademark could be cancelled, leaving your brand unprotected. Without renewal, competitors could potentially register a similar mark, affecting your brand identity.

Your first post-registration renewal must be filed during the 5th to 6th year after registration. Thereafter, renewals are due every 10 years after registration in order to maintain your trademark's active status and legal protection.

If you miss the renewal deadline, you have a 6-month grace period to file your renewal, but there will be an extra fee. If you don't file the renewal within the grace period, your trademark will be cancelled.

Yes, you must provide proof that your trademark is still in use in commerce. This is done by submitting a specimen (e.g., a product label or website screenshot) showing how the trademark is actively being used.

If you receive a notice that looks suspicious or comes from a private company (not the USPTO), it's important to verify it. Always contact the USPTO directly to confirm whether the notice is legitimate or not.

The renewal process can take about 3 to 4 months after submission. To avoid delays, it's recommended to submit your renewal application early.

When renewing, you will need to submit: A Declaration of Use, confirming that the trademark is still in use. A specimen, i.e a photo or printout showing how the trademark is used in your business. The renewal fee.

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