How Is a Patent and Trademark Search Done?

Trademark registration and patents are often confused. Trademark registration covers names, logos, shapes, symbols, or combinations of these. Nike, Adidas, and Puma are trademarks. A patent is the registration of an invention. A patent search looks for novelty and originality. In a patent and trademark search, meaning a trademark registration search, not just identical matches are considered. Checking whether the exact mark exists is only part of the picture. Similarity matters just as much. For example, when the Kasmir mark exists, registering Kasmir Trend can be difficult. Good similarity analysis is essential. The patent and trademark search runs through TÜRKPATENT (the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office) with these steps:

1. Log in to the TÜRKPATENT Website

Go to TÜRKPATENT's official website in your browser.

2. Reach the Trademark Search Page

On the home page, find the "Trademark Search" tab and click the link.

3. Enter the Trademark Information

Fill in the following about the mark you want to search:

• Trademark Name: enter the name of the mark you want to research.
• Trademark Class: if you want to find out which product or service classes the mark is registered in, you can add the class information. This is optional.
• Trademark Type: you can pick the trademark type (such as wordmark or figurative mark) to narrow the search.

4. Review the Search Results

The results after the search show:

• Whether the mark is registered,
• Application date and applicant details,
• Opposition status (if present).

You can also request a preliminary search through Sistem Patent's trademark search page.

What to Watch Out For:

• Picking the right goods and services classes for the mark is recommended.
• A well-known trademark search can be useful.
• The distinctive, legally protectable dominant elements of the mark need to be identified.