Visit these pages for information about the most frequently asked questions we receive:
- Check application status
- Search for similar trademarks
- File an application
- Understand the trademark application process
- Revive an abandoned application
- Respond to an office action
- Maintain a registered trademark
- Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
- How-to videos
- USPTO Intellectual Property (IP) Identifier
- Access USPTO free services
About the Trademark Assistance Center (TAC)
TAC is the main support center for all customers, from first-time filers to legal professionals and experienced trademark applicants. Make sure you’re familiar with and abide by our code of conduct when communicating with USPTO personnel.
When you contact us, be ready to share:
- Your application serial number or registration number
- Your name, as well as your phone number or email address
- The problem or issue that you’re having
We can’t give legal advice. This includes:
- Advising applicants on proper responses to USPTO office actions
- Conducting pre-filing searches for potentially conflicting trademarks
- Analyzing or pre-approving documents before filing
- Advising applicants on examination issues, such as what are acceptable specimens and classification of goods and services
- Advising about the administrative sanctions process
Consider hiring a U.S.-licensed attorney if you need legal advice.
TrademarkAssistanceCenter@uspto.gov
Phone
Toll free: 1-800-786-9199 (press 1)
Local: 571-272-9250 (press 0)
International: 1-571-272-9250 (press 0)
Hours
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET
Closed on federal holidays

