Trademark Watch and Monitoring
Trademark owners need to run an active monitoring process to protect their own marks against similar new filings.
The Publication Phase and the Opposition Process
In the publication phase, namely the 2 months following publication, if an opposition is filed at TÜRKPATENT on the basis of similarity, the Re-Examination and Evaluation Board reviews the application. If the mark is found to be confusingly similar, the application is refused. The opposition process protects a registered trademark from long-term exposure to look-alike filings.
Why Trademark Watch Matters
TÜRKPATENT is not required to notify existing trademark owners of each new application. That means owners must run an active watch themselves. Scanning the 7,000 to 8,000 monthly filings for similar marks is critical to keeping a trademark protected.
A trademark watch also tracks critical dates: publication deadlines, opposition windows, and the issuance of registration certificates. Staying on top of the opposition process, anticipating challenges from competitors, and being ready for them all require preparation. A trademark watch is not limited to the filing stage; after registration, it covers the periodic checks needed to keep the mark protected.
MARKANALIZ Program and Trademark Watch Service
Sistem Patent's proprietary MARKANALIZ program runs a similarity search on your trademark and delivers a monthly report. The service identifies look-alike filings and lets you file oppositions in time, keeping your trademark protected.
Sign up for Sistem Patent's trademark watch service to protect your mark and act early against similar filings. The service supports long-term protection and a stronger position in any opposition.