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How Much Does It Cost to Trademark a Name in 2026?

If you are planning a U.S. trademark application, the starting government cost is $350 per

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Trademark Specimen Explained: USPTO Requirements & Examples

A trademark specimen is real-world evidence showing how a mark is actually used in commerce

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Trademark Class 42 Explained: SaaS, Software & Technology Services

Trademark Class 42 covers many scientific and technological services. For software businesses, it is particularly

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Trademark Class 9 Explained: Software, Electronics & Technology Goods

Trademark Class 9 covers many technology and scientific goods, including downloadable software and mobile apps,

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Trademark Class 35 Explained: Advertising, Business & Retail Services

Trademark Class 35 covers certain services involving advertising, marketing, business management and administration, retail and

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Trademark Class 25 Explained: Clothing, Footwear & Headwear

Trademark Class 25 primarily covers clothing, footwear, and headwear for people. T-shirts, jackets, sneakers, and

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Can You Add a Trademark Class After Filing?

Sometimes—but only for goods or services within the scope of what your application already identified.

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Can the Same Trademark Be Registered in Different Classes?

Yes, sometimes—but there are two different questions behind that answer. One business may register the

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Trademark Classes Explained: Complete Guide to All 45 USPTO Classes

There are 45 international trademark classes used in U.S. trademark applications. Classes 1–34 cover goods,

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