Written by Jan Buza
Co-founder of Trama
No. A trademark can be registered before a company is incorporated. Individuals can file an application under their personal name and transfer ownership to the company once it is established through a trademark assignment.
In first-to-use jurisdictions (such as the US), these types of applications can be filed on an intent-to-use basis before commercial activity begins, with the requirement to demonstrate use within a set window after examination. In most other jurisdictions, no commercial activity is required at the time of filing, though the application must be made in good faith.
How do I transfer the trademark ownership to my new company?
What is better - owning a trademark as an individual or as a business?
Will Trama help with trademark maintenance and provide renewal reminders?
What support does Trama offer during the entire trademark process?
How much does it cost to register a trademark by myself vs by an attorney or an online service?
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