Should a Nonprofit Trademark Its Name?
Nonprofits rely on their names for donations and trust. Here is why registering a nonprofit trademark matters, which classes fit, and how to protect events and programs.
How to Protect Your Trademark Outside the U.S.
A U.S. registration only protects you in the U.S. Learn how Minnesota businesses extend trademark rights abroad through the Madrid Protocol or national filings.
Is a Competitor Bidding on Your Trademark in Google Ads?
Competitors can often bid on your brand as a keyword, but they cannot use it in confusing ad text. Here is what is allowed and what you can do about it.
Can You Trademark Your Own Name?
You can trademark your name if it is used as a brand, but surname and personal-name rules apply. Here is how name trademarks work for founders and creators.
Can You Trademark an AI-Generated Logo?
Usually yes. Trademark rights come from using a logo as a brand, not from who drew it. But copyright is a different story. Here is what to know before you file.
Trademark Checklist for Minnesota Startups
Seven trademark steps every Minnesota startup should take before launch and fundraising, from clearing the name to owning it in the right entity.
How to Trademark an App or Software Name
App and software names usually belong in Class 9, Class 42, or both. Here is how to pick the right classes, avoid refusals, and protect your name at launch.
How to Trademark a Clothing Brand (and Avoid the Ornamental Refusal)
Clothing brands are often refused because the name is printed as decoration. Here is how to file in Class 25 and show your mark the way the USPTO expects.
Can You Trademark a Podcast or YouTube Channel Name?
Yes, if the name is used as a brand for an ongoing show. Here is how podcast and YouTube trademarks work, which classes to file in, and what gets refused.
How to Trademark a Restaurant or Food Truck Name
Restaurant and food truck names are among the most copied brands. Here is how to clear and register yours, which classes to choose, and what to avoid.