{"id":218126,"date":"2022-10-24T13:02:57","date_gmt":"2022-10-24T00:02:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/legalvision.co.nz\/?p=218126"},"modified":"2022-10-25T14:47:50","modified_gmt":"2022-10-25T01:47:50","slug":"can-i-use-the-or-symbols","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/legalvision.co.nz\/trademarks\/can-i-use-the-or-symbols\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Use the \u2122 or \u00ae Symbols in NZ?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You may often see the \u2122 symbol or \u00ae symbol associated with trade marks. Indeed, whether you can use them will depend on your mark’s registration status. Typically, these symbols are placed in an apparent position next to a mark, such as on the upper right-hand side. You must understand how to use these symbols correctly, or you may face legal consequences. This article will explore the differences between these symbols and when you can use them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is the \u2122 symbol?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The \u2122 symbol indicates that there is an intention for a particular sign to become a trade mark. However, using \u2122 does not mean that a particular sign is registered. Instead, it means that the person or business using it considers the mark a trade mark. Therefore, you may use this symbol at any time<\/a> before you register a trade mark.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This symbol can also help deter competitors from using a mark without consent.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

What is the \u00ae symbol?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The \u00ae symbol, or the registered symbol, indicates that you have registered your trade mark<\/a>. Therefore, you should begin using the \u00ae symbol once you receive confirmation that your mark is registered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n Continue reading this article below the form\n <\/i>\n<\/a>\n

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