Search the USPTO TESS trademark database before you file. See live, pending, and dead marks - instantly check if your brand name, logo, or phrase is available in seconds. 100% free, no account or credit card needed.
A trademark search is the process of checking the USPTO trademark database - and other sources - to determine whether your proposed brand name, logo, or slogan is already claimed by another business. Conducting a thorough trademark search before you file is one of the most important steps any entrepreneur or brand owner can take.
The USPTO's TESS (Trademark Electronic Search System) is the official federal database containing over 4.5 million trademark records - including active registrations, pending applications, and abandoned marks. Our free trademark search tool queries this database in real time, so you get instant results without navigating the government's outdated interface.
Trademark rights in the United States follow a first-to-file rule at the federal level. That means the first person to file a trademark application - not necessarily the first to use the name - gets priority in most disputes. A free trademark search helps you understand the competitive landscape before investing in filing fees.
Filing a trademark application without searching first is one of the costliest mistakes a business owner can make. USPTO filing fees are non-refundable - and if your application is refused because a similar mark already exists, you lose those fees entirely.
Beyond the application itself, using a brand name that infringes on an existing trademark can expose you to costly legal action, forced rebranding, and loss of brand equity you've already built. A free trademark availability check takes seconds and can save thousands of dollars.
Our search tool checks for exact matches, phonetically similar marks, and related registrations across all 45 USPTO International Classes - giving you the most complete picture before you commit to a brand name or file an application.
A clear path from your first trademark search to a registered mark - handled by our USPTO-experienced team.
Search the USPTO TESS database instantly. See every live, pending, and dead mark that could conflict with your brand. Free trademark search - no account needed.
Our USPTO-experienced team reviews your results, identifies risky conflicts, recommends the right trademark classes, and prepares your full application.
We submit your USPTO trademark application within 48 hours of your approval. You receive your serial number immediately - enough to start Amazon Brand Registry enrollment.
Our free search queries the USPTO TESS database across multiple match types to surface the conflicts most likely to cause problems.
Direct word-for-word matches in USPTO's live and pending mark database.
Marks that sound alike or are spelled differently but are legally confusingly similar (e.g. "Lyft" vs "Lift").
Cancelled or abandoned marks that can still block registration if they were well-known in their time.
Find all trademarks filed by a specific company - useful for competitive intelligence.
Our free TESS search is a powerful first step - but it's not a complete trademark clearance. There are several risk factors it cannot assess:
Common law rights: Businesses can have trademark rights based on actual use, even without a USPTO registration. These won't appear in TESS.
State-level trademarks: Each US state has its own trademark registry. A brand registered only in California can still block use in that state.
Likelihood of confusion analysis: The USPTO applies a multi-factor legal test to determine if two marks conflict. An automated search can't replicate this legal judgment.
International trademarks: If you sell globally, marks registered in other countries may affect your ability to expand.
For complete protection before filing, CloudFillers offers a Comprehensive Trademark Search that covers common law, state registrations, internet usage, and an attorney-reviewed conflict report. Learn more →
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