The best way to find out if your business name is taken is to do a business entity search within your state, check Federal Trademark Records, and search the web to find businesses with the same or a similar name.
How do you check if a name has been registered?
Before you apply, you should search the USPTO’s trademark database (Trademark Electronic Search System, or TESS) to see if any trademark has already been registered or applied for that is: Similar to your trademark. Used on related products or for related services, and.
Where can I check if a business name is taken for free?
Use the USPTO’s free trademark database and to get yours registered. Simply go to and click “Search.” Then follow the instructions you see on the screen.
How do I check for copyrights?
You can search through copyright files by visiting the Copyright Office at (see Figure 2, below). All copyright information is located in the Public Catalog (click “Search Public Catalog”) which contains information about works registered since January 1978.
How much does it cost to buy your business name?
Filing a trademark for your business name with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will cost between $225 and $600, plus legal fees. You can register with most states for $50-$150 if you don’t want protection outside your state.
Can 2 companies have same name?
A company cannot have the same name as another registered company. Any company formation or change of name application containing a company name that is the ‘same as’ or ‘too similar’ to an existing name will be rejected by Companies House.
How can I find a company name for my new business?
You have to do a search to check whether your idea for a company name has already been taken by an existing limited company. Do this quickly and easily with Business Name Checker and, while you’re at it, search for domain names for your new business.
Which is the best site to search for business names?
For a more comprehensive search of available company names, use Business Name Checker. It gives a much more conclusive answer on whether you will be able to use your name idea or not and also enables you to check which domain names are available for your new business, the only online search tool that offers both functions.
How can I find out if my business has a license?
Some states offer online searching of business licenses whereby one can determine if a business is licensed and, sometimes, whether there are any recorded violations or complaints about that business. Some searches may be performed by business name, address, or owner name.
How to check if a business name is available in Australia?
Most resources for checking business name availability are free. This includes the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s trademark database and state LLC registries. How do I find out if a business name is available in Australia?
