1. Can I trademark a phrase for free?

No, you can’t register a phrase for free. You can establish a common law trademark for free, however, by using the phrase to brand your products. Common law trademarks are free and do not require any paperwork or forms. There is no way to register a phrase trademark for free because you will always have to pay at least a small fee that covers the costs of examining and processing your trademark application. There is no way to get a federal trademark for free.

2. What is the least expensive way to trademark a phrase?

The cost to trademark a phrase is between from $250 to $350 per trademark class. This is the fee charged by the USPTO to accept your trademark application. The easiest way to submit an application to register your trademark is online through the USPTO’s Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS). 

3. What is the least expensive way to trademark a phrase?

The cost to trademark a phrase is between from $250 to $350 per trademark class. This is the cost to submit your trademark application to the USPTO. The easiest way to submit an application to register your trademark is online, through the USPTO’s Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS).  Learn about how to qualify for the lowest filing fee in our guide to TEAS.

4. What is the cheapest way to trademark?

There is a free option to get a trademark for your name, logo, or phrase.  The way to get a free trademark is to establish common law trademark rights by using your mark to brand your business, products, or services. Common law trademark rights have limitations, but they can offer some protection for names, logos, and phrases.

5. Can you trademark things for free?

Yes, you can establish common law trademarks and no cost. However, you cannot register a trademark for free. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office always charges a filing fee.