Introduction
Adding ™ next to your brand name or logo might look professional—but if you haven’t filed for trademark registration, you’re just pretending.
Thousands of businesses in India proudly display ™—without ever securing the legal rights to use it. This false sense of security can cost you your brand, customers, and even your business.
In this blog, we’ll explain why using ™ without actual registration is a legal risk—and how to back up your claim with proof by filing your TM register today.
What Does ™ Really Mean?
The ™ symbol is a public way to say, “This is my trademark.”
But legally, it means nothing unless it’s backed by a formal application.
If you’re using ™ without filing a trademark:
❌ You have no exclusive rights
❌ You can’t sue for infringement
❌ You risk being sued by someone who filed before you
Why You Need Legal Proof to Use ™
Anyone can type ™.
But only someone who has filed for a trademark has the legal standing to defend it.
And if someone else has already registered a similar or same brand name, your ™ could get you in legal trouble.
Real Example: “InstaSkin™” Brand That Got Burned
A beauty startup in Mumbai used the name InstaSkin™ and gained quick traction.
But they hadn’t filed a trademark.
A larger beauty company filed the name legally—and sent them a takedown notice across all platforms.
Result?
- Website and Instagram disabled
- ₹3 lakh in packaging and ad losses
- Complete rebranding from scratch
They thought ™ was enough. It wasn’t.
Benefits of Registering Your Trademark
When you register your trademark online, you unlock:
✅ Exclusive rights to your brand across India
✅ Legal power to stop copycats
✅ Valid proof of ownership
✅ Access to platform brand protections (like Amazon Brand Registry)
✅ Higher trust with investors and customers
What You Risk By Just Using ™
⚠️ Lawsuits from registered trademark owners
⚠️ Platform removals
⚠️ No right to stop others using your brand
⚠️ Losing your identity to a faster competitor
Why pretend when you can protect?
👉Click here to file your trademark now and use ™ with confidence.
Why Choose LegoMark India?
🧠 Expert legal team
📄 Free brand name search
🕐 Filing completed in 24 hours
💻 100% online – no legal jargon
💰 Starts at just ₹5999
Don’t fake it. File it.
✅Register your trade mark with LegoMark India and own your brand legally.
FAQs
Q: Can I use ™ before filing my trademark?
A: Technically yes—but it offers no legal protection unless you apply.
Q: How long after filing can I use the ™ symbol?
A: Immediately after filing your application.
Q: What about the ® symbol?
A: You can use ® only after your trademark is fully registered.
Final Words
Using ™ without legal proof is like wearing a fake badge—it looks right, but it won’t protect you.
Your brand deserves more than appearances. It deserves legal protection.
✅Register your trademark online now with LegoMark India and turn your ™ into true trademark ownership.
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