Protect your trade names

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Learning about trade names

One of the key elements to doing business is a good sounding, attractive name as this is your business card to (potential) customers. This is your trade name. With your trade name you can prevent others (within a geographically limited area) from using the same or a similar name that might cause confusion with yours.

Discover more about trade names in this guide.

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  1. What is a trade name?
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  2. Why is a trade name important?
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  3. What are the requirements for a valid trade name?
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  4. How do I get protection for my trade name?
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  5. In what territory is my trade name protected?
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  6. How much does it cost to protect my trade name?
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  7. How long does the protection last?
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  8. What’s the difference between a trade name and a company name?
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  9. What’s the difference between a trade name and a trademark?
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  10. So, should I choose a trade name, a trademark or both?
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