Thank you so much. Quick question: If one's company is registered, does CIPC automatically trademark the name or is that a separate process altogether?
Hi Sisa, yes Trademark registrations are a separate process altogether. Although CIPC regulates both Trademarks and Company Name registrations. Trademarks trump company names. If you are interested in protecting your name or logo, please use the following link. www.swiftreg.co.za/Swiftreg/Products/Trademark_Registration.aspx
Hi there, all share certificates for private companies are meaningless until the directors validate them with an original signature. Only then can you notarize or commission the original document.
Hi Motheo I think you may be confusing Trademarks registrations with Company registrations. As far as Company registration are concerned CIPC will accept four different proposed company names. They will then test them in order of preference and approve the first available name. Trademarks do not have options of company names. I hope that answers your questions.
I would like to transfer a trademark from a previous business owner to my new business. It's a basic affordable process which CIPC provide no guidance on. Would you be able to assist in this regard?
Hi Jason, there are two possible scenarios. The first is if you purchased the company that owned the Trademark by transferring the shares into your name, then no CIPC notification is required as the company remains the owner of the trademark, while you become the owner of the company. The second scenario is when you need to transfer the Trademark from one company to another company, then you would need to complete a TM6 form and supply CIPC with the proof of sale (Assignment Agreement) this should get the Trademark transferred to the new entity.
Hi Thando that would be a wordmark. Please use the following link to secure your word. www.swiftreg.co.za/swiftreg/products/trademark-registration.aspx
Hi Victor, I am not sure if I understand your question correctly, so I am assuming you are asking if you could register a dress as a Trademark in South Africa. If this is the question then the answer is: No. A dress would be considered art and therefore copyright protected which does not require any registration.
Hi Koketso, the problem with the CIPC trademark application is that there is no testing facility available, so it boils down to an educated guess to see if your name is already trademarked or not. I would suggest a Google search to see what comes up; maybe there is already a website registered with your proposed name.
Hi Vision, to register a Trademark yourself on our Website costs R1800 if you would like to be assisted by our Trademark Attorney the cost is R3010. My recommendation is to use the Lawyer Assist option as the chances of rejection are highly reduced.
Good day. My company has been hit for trademark infringement. Only the keyword in the name is the same ,but logos differ.. Do I have a foot to stand on? Im being sued for damages by the other company?
Hi Quinton, I am sorry you find yourself in such a predicament. My recommendation is that you find yourself legal representation, preferably a legal firm that specializes in trademarks.
Hi Issarini, I am assuming your are attempting to register your trademark directly with CIPC and yes, you are correct the process is not user-friendly. We have tried to simplify the process as much as possible on our website www.swiftreg.co.za under the DIY option. If you still find this confusing then please try the lawyer assisted method as they will guide you step by step. In my opinion this is the best option as the chances of rejection are minimised. They are also very competitively priced and offer great value.
Hi Willem, you have two option the DIY option or the lawyer assist option. The lawyer assist option is the cheapest and starts with R1800 per mark, however I would recommend the lawyer assist option. Please use the following link. www.swiftreg.co.za/Swiftreg/Products/Trademark_Registration.aspx I would not trademark the website as the URL is unique and can't be replicated. If you need any further assistance please call our call center on 021-5954433 and one of our consultants will gladly assist you.
Hi Rohan, yes however you must make enough changes to the image so that the public would not be confused between your logo and the original. I have made a video covering aspects of this topic. studio.ruclips.net/user/videoAV-jxHss9vs
Hi there, yes you can certainly apply for it. That is called a word mark. Unless there is a similar name in that category (class) it should be approved. The actual songs are automatically protected via copyright and not trademarks.
Hi Vii The full duration of the registration process should not be a concern for you as the protection is backdated to the filing date. So you are effectively covered from day one. As soon as you have your filing number after approximately 5 days you can use the TM symbol. I hope that makes you feel more comfortable. Kind regards Douglas
Hi Emi Is your brand a word mark or a logo? You have two options to register your trademark. 1. The DIY option which cheaper but requires more effort from you or 2. The lawyer assist option which is safer and has a greater chance of success. Please log on to our site www.swiftreg.co.za and go to the trademark section and let me know how it went. Regards Douglas
Hi Olga thank you for your interest, please try the online DIY option. It is designed to be user-friendly however it you get stuck please call Yolanda at our office on 021 5954433 and she will assist you.
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Thank you so much. Quick question: If one's company is registered, does CIPC automatically trademark the name or is that a separate process altogether?
Hi Sisa, yes Trademark registrations are a separate process altogether. Although CIPC regulates both Trademarks and Company Name registrations. Trademarks trump company names. If you are interested in protecting your name or logo, please use the following link. www.swiftreg.co.za/Swiftreg/Products/Trademark_Registration.aspx
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Are the share certuficates issued by Swiftreg notarised
Hi there, all share certificates for private companies are meaningless until the directors validate them with an original signature. Only then can you notarize or commission the original document.
Once I've put down my 4 options for a company name ,which one will I get to use?
Hi Motheo I think you may be confusing Trademarks registrations with Company registrations. As far as Company registration are concerned CIPC will accept four different proposed company names. They will then test them in order of preference and approve the first available name. Trademarks do not have options of company names. I hope that answers your questions.
So after the 5 working days, you use TM temporarily for 12-18 until it's official. From there you use the R?
Hi Tumelo Yes, as soon as you have the filing receipt from CIPC with the filing number and date you can use the TM this process usually takes 5 days.
I would like to transfer a trademark from a previous business owner to my new business. It's a basic affordable process which CIPC provide no guidance on. Would you be able to assist in this regard?
Hi Jason, there are two possible scenarios. The first is if you purchased the company that owned the Trademark by transferring the shares into your name, then no CIPC notification is required as the company remains the owner of the trademark, while you become the owner of the company. The second scenario is when you need to transfer the Trademark from one company to another company, then you would need to complete a TM6 form and supply CIPC with the proof of sale (Assignment Agreement) this should get the Trademark transferred to the new entity.
I would like to own and protect a name, how do i go about?
Hi Thando that would be a wordmark. Please use the following link to secure your word. www.swiftreg.co.za/swiftreg/products/trademark-registration.aspx
Trade dress is registrable in South Africa?
Hi Victor, I am not sure if I understand your question correctly, so I am assuming you are asking if you could register a dress as a Trademark in South Africa. If this is the question then the answer is: No. A dress would be considered art and therefore copyright protected which does not require any registration.
Hi, I wanna trademark a name for a business and I wanna go the DIY route. What could be the reasons for a rejection?
Hi Koketso, the problem with the CIPC trademark application is that there is no testing facility available, so it boils down to an educated guess to see if your name is already trademarked or not. I would suggest a Google search to see what comes up; maybe there is already a website registered with your proposed name.
I just wanna know how much everything is 🤔
Hi Vision, to register a Trademark yourself on our Website costs R1800 if you would like to be assisted by our Trademark Attorney the cost is R3010. My recommendation is to use the Lawyer Assist option as the chances of rejection are highly reduced.
Good day. My company has been hit for trademark infringement.
Only the keyword in the name is the same ,but logos differ.. Do I have a foot to stand on? Im being sued for damages by the other company?
Hi Quinton, I am sorry you find yourself in such a predicament. My recommendation is that you find yourself legal representation, preferably a legal firm that specializes in trademarks.
Hi I'm really struggling with applying I want to know the step by step process of applying for a trade mark somethings I just don't understand .
Hi Issarini, I am assuming your are attempting to register your trademark directly with CIPC and yes, you are correct the process is not user-friendly. We have tried to simplify the process as much as possible on our website www.swiftreg.co.za under the DIY option. If you still find this confusing then please try the lawyer assisted method as they will guide you step by step. In my opinion this is the best option as the chances of rejection are minimised. They are also very competitively priced and offer great value.
How much does it cost to trade mark a logo, company name and website?
Hi Willem, you have two option the DIY option or the lawyer assist option. The lawyer assist option is the cheapest and starts with R1800 per mark, however I would recommend the lawyer assist option. Please use the following link. www.swiftreg.co.za/Swiftreg/Products/Trademark_Registration.aspx
I would not trademark the website as the URL is unique and can't be replicated. If you need any further assistance please call our call center on 021-5954433 and one of our consultants will gladly assist you.
If, I take a company logo from google and if, I do some filter and crop that img and then if, I upload in my own website then is it ok
Hi Rohan, yes however you must make enough changes to the image so that the public would not be confused between your logo and the original. I have made a video covering aspects of this topic. studio.ruclips.net/user/videoAV-jxHss9vs
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Nice video Sir. Can I trade mark an artist name and a Record lable name
Hi there, yes you can certainly apply for it. That is called a word mark. Unless there is a similar name in that category (class) it should be approved. The actual songs are automatically protected via copyright and not trademarks.
I want trademark my own logo and slogan, how do I go by it, the problem is I’m not willing to wait for 18 months...
Hi Vii
The full duration of the registration process should not be a concern for you as the protection is backdated to the filing date. So you are effectively covered from day one. As soon as you have your filing number after approximately 5 days you can use the TM symbol.
I hope that makes you feel more comfortable. Kind regards Douglas
I have a brand I wanna register buh I'm confused
Hi Emi Is your brand a word mark or a logo? You have two options to register your trademark. 1. The DIY option which cheaper but requires more effort from you or 2. The lawyer assist option which is safer and has a greater chance of success. Please log on to our site www.swiftreg.co.za and go to the trademark section and let me know how it went. Regards Douglas
@@swiftreg its a logo thanks I'll through it
I want to register mine
Hi Olga thank you for your interest, please try the online DIY option. It is designed to be user-friendly however it you get stuck please call Yolanda at our office on 021 5954433 and she will assist you.
I am in China.Our company has the demand to apply for South African invention patents now, so we are looking for cooperation with a local patent company in South Africa to apply for South African invention patents（not PCT）. We appreciated if you can send us a quotation.
Hi Leo, we deal with www.vonseidels.com/ but you could also try www.adams.africa/contact-us/ both are very reputable firms.