Check your startup name for trademark risks before you launch.
Don't risk cease-and-desist letters or a forced rebrand. Get a professional risk assessment across global databases (USPTO, EUIPO, UKIPO, WIPO) — covering 30 validated brand names — delivered today.
Trademark risk analysis is included in the complete NameProof Brand Report — 30 generated names and full validation for €19.
Why DIY trademark search is dangerous
Searching government databases on your own often gives a false sense of security. Here is why founders choose NameProof before investing.
“Exact Match” isn't enough
If you search for “Nexustri”, the database might say it's free. But if “Nexus Tree” is trademarked in your industry, you can still get sued.
Government UI is a nightmare
USPTO and EUIPO databases are built for lawyers, not founders. Missing a specific “Class” of goods can invalidate your entire search.
Finding out too late
Discovering a trademark conflict after you paid for the .com domain, the LLC, and the branding agency is a financial disaster.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about startup trademark validation
Does a free domain mean the trademark is free?
No. Domain names (like .com or .io) are completely separate from legal trademarks. You can easily buy an available domain name and immediately infringe on a registered trademark.
Is this report legal advice?
No. NameProof provides a professional, AI-assisted risk assessment to help founders filter out bad names early. Before filing an official trademark, you should always consult an IP attorney.
Which databases do you check?
We check signals against USPTO (United States), EUIPO (European Union), UKIPO (United Kingdom), and WIPO (Global intellectual property).
What if my chosen name is high risk?
If our assessment flags a high probability of trademark conflict, our report will also include 3–5 AI-generated alternative names that maintain your brand vibe but are safer to use.
Starting a business in the UK?
Post-Brexit, the UK has its own independent trademark system. A name that's clear in the EU may already be registered in the UK — and vice versa.
UKIPO — UK Trademark Register
Since Brexit, the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) operates independently from the EU's EUIPO. Any EU trademark registered before 2021 was automatically cloned into the UK system — but new EU trademarks no longer cover the UK automatically.
Companies House is not enough
Registering your company name at Companies House only prevents identical company names — it does not protect you from trademark claims. You need a separate UKIPO trademark check before committing to a name.
.co.uk domain availability
For UK market credibility, you'll want the .co.uk or .uk domain. A name without an available .co.uk is a red flag — either someone is already using it or squatting on it.
Dual-market founders
If you plan to operate in both the UK and EU, you now need to check and register trademarks in both jurisdictions separately. Our report covers both EUIPO and UKIPO in a single check.
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Professional Brand Validation Report
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- Domain + social availability check
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