75% of trademark applications refused for conflicts had a similar mark a clearance search would have caught

Trademark clearance, strategy, and USPTO path — before you spend $10,000 on a blocked mark.

Enter your mark name and goods/services. Likelihood-of-confusion analysis, similar marks inventory, optimal class selection, and USPTO filing roadmap — in 15 minutes.

Scout my trademark — $149→

USPTO filing fees are $250–$350 per class — non-refundable if refused. Refusal means rebranding or appeal costs of $5,000–$20,000.

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75%
of refusals had a conflict a clearance would have caught
15 min
to complete clearance analysis and filing strategy
$350/class
non-refundable USPTO filing fee

Know before you file — and file with a strategy

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Clearance Analysis

Similar marks in your class and adjacent classes. Likelihood-of-confusion analysis using the 13 DuPont factors — the exact framework USPTO examiners use to evaluate your application.

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Distinctiveness Rating

Fanciful > Arbitrary > Suggestive > Descriptive > Generic. Your mark's position on the spectrum determines how easily it registers and how strongly it can be enforced. Critical to know before investing in a brand.

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Class Strategy

International Class recommendations (1-45) for your goods/services. Over-filing wastes money; under-filing leaves protection gaps. Optimal class selection mapped to your actual use.

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USPTO Filing Roadmap

§1(a) use-in-commerce vs. §1(b) intent-to-use — which to file and when. Timeline from application to registration, examination phases, response deadlines, and total cost estimate.

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Conflict Resolution Strategy

If similar marks exist: differentiation strategies, co-existence agreement framing, consent agreement approach, and likelihood-of-success assessment for each path forward.

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Protection Gap Analysis

Federal trademark vs. state trademark vs. common law rights vs. trade name — what you're already protected by, and exactly what federal registration adds to your position.

TRUSTED BY EARLY USERS · ★★★★★ AVERAGE

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Found a confusingly similar mark in Class 35 before spending $20,000 on brand development. Pivoted the name early.

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Emma R.
Startup Founder
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The class strategy was exactly what my attorney later confirmed. Saved $800 in attorney consult time and filed with confidence.

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David K.
E-Commerce Brand
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Fanciful mark with no conflicts in my class. Clear path to registration with the exact filing strategy I needed.

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Aisha M.
Consumer Brand Founder

Know before you invest in the brand.

Scout

$79

Clearance analysis and distinctiveness rating.

  • Similar marks inventory (primary class)
  • Distinctiveness spectrum rating
  • Likelihood-of-confusion assessment
  • Top 3 filing risks identified

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Full Strategy

$149

Complete USPTO path with class strategy, filing roadmap, and conflict resolution.

  • Everything in Scout
  • Adjacent class analysis
  • Optimal class selection (up to 5 classes)
  • §1(a) vs. §1(b) filing recommendation
  • Full filing timeline and cost estimate
  • Conflict resolution strategy if conflicts found
  • Mark strength optimization recommendations
  • Federal vs. common law protection comparison

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Frequently asked

Does this replace a trademark attorney?

For final filing and office action responses, a trademark attorney is strongly recommended. This gives you the clearance analysis and strategy that attorneys charge $500–$1,500 for upfront — before you spend on professional fees for a mark that might be blocked.

How does this search for similar marks?

The AI analyzes your mark against known trademark law principles (DuPont factors) and common conflict patterns for your class. This is a strategic analysis, not a TESS database query — use this alongside a TESS search or attorney search for the most complete picture.

What is likelihood of confusion?

The USPTO standard for refusal: would consumers likely confuse your mark with an existing mark? Factors include mark similarity (appearance/sound/meaning), goods/services similarity, and channels of trade. We analyze all 13 DuPont factors for your mark.

Should I file §1(a) or §1(b)?

§1(a) if you're currently using the mark in commerce — faster and simpler. §1(b) (Intent-to-Use) if you haven't launched yet — secures priority from the filing date. We recommend based on your timeline and situation.