How to Check Your Trademark Status and Track Your Application

Monitoring the progress of your trademark application is an essential part of protecting your brand. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) requires all applicants and registrants to check their trademark application status or trademark registration status on a regular basis. Failing to monitor your filing could result in missed deadlines, abandonment of your application, or cancellation of your registration.

This guide explains how to complete a trademark status check using the USPTO’s official system, what the different statuses mean, and how TrademarkFactory® makes the process much easier with our built-in trademark tracking tools.

How to Check Your Trademark Status with the USPTO

The USPTO provides the Trademark Status and Document Retrieval (TSDR) system. TSDR allows you to:

• Perform a trademark status lookup
• View and download documents for pending and registered trademarks
• Review international filings through the Madrid system
• Order certified copies of registrations and trademark data

To complete a trademark application status check, you will need your trademark application number (serial number) or your registration number. Once entered into TSDR, you can select “Status” to view updates or “Documents” to access all filings related to your mark.

How Often Should You Check Your Trademark Status?

The USPTO recommends performing a trademark status check at least every three to four months:

• During an application – From the filing date until the registration issues
• After filing maintenance documents – Such as affidavits of use, excusable nonuse, or renewals under Sections 8, 9, or 71

Because of internal USPTO processing, your U.S. trademark application status may not update for about a week after a new filing. Always keep a copy of the TSDR status screen for your records.

Common Trademark Statuses

When you complete a trademark status lookup, you may see one of the following:

• Under Examination – A USPTO examining attorney is reviewing your application.
• Office Action Issued – The examiner found issues that require a response. Failure to respond will lead to abandonment.
• Published for Opposition – The mark is approved and published for 30 days, allowing others to challenge it.
• Notice of Allowance – No opposition was filed; the mark is close to registration pending submission of a Statement of Use.
• Abandoned – The application was not completed, maintained, or responded to in time.
• Registered – The trademark has achieved official registration, subject to renewal requirements.

Why TrademarkFactory® Simplifies Trademark Tracking

While the USPTO requires you to check trademark status regularly, TSDR can be overwhelming and time-consuming. At TrademarkFactory®, we make it simple with our in-house trademark tracking system, available through your User Center.

When you file your U.S. trademark application with us, you don’t have to worry about logging into TSDR every few months. Instead, you get:

• Automatic monitoring of your USPTO trademark application status
• Easy-to-read updates on your trademark registration status
• Copies of all official documents uploaded directly to your User Center
• Deadline tracking and reminders so you never miss a filing requirement

With our system, you can always check trademark application status in one place—without navigating government databases.

Due Diligence and USPTO Requirements

The USPTO expects applicants and registrants to exercise due diligence. That means:

• Checking the status of your trademark regularly
• Following up promptly if something looks wrong
• Responding quickly to office actions or notices

Failure to monitor your trademark status may result in abandonment, cancellation, or denial of petitions to reinstate.

With TrademarkFactory®, our trademark tracking system ensures you never miss an update. We handle the details so you can focus on running your business, confident that your brand is fully protected.

How Do I Check a Trademark Status the Easy Way?

If you are filing on your own, you can always check trade mark application status using the USPTO’s TSDR system with your trademark application number. However, if you want a simpler process, TrademarkFactory® offers a seamless solution.

By filing through TrademarkFactory®, you’ll always know exactly where your trademark stands, without having to manually perform a trademark status lookup or worry about missing deadlines.

TrademarkFactory® makes trademark protection stress-free. File with us, and our trademark tracking system will keep you updated on your U.S. trademark application status and trademark registration status every step of the way. Schedule a free consultation now!

FAQ:

1. How do I check my trademark status?

You can check your trademark status using the USPTO’s Trademark Status and Document Retrieval (TSDR) system by entering your trademark application number or registration number. Alternatively, if you filed through TrademarkFactory®, you can track your application instantly in your User Center.

2. What is a USPTO trademark application status?

The USPTO trademark application status indicates where your mark is in the registration process, from initial examination to official registration. Common statuses include Under Examination, Office Action Issued, Published for Opposition, Notice of Allowance, Abandoned, and Registered.

3. How can I perform a trademark status check?

To perform a trademark status check, use TSDR with your serial or registration number. You can view documents, deadlines, and the current status of your mark. Filing through TrademarkFactory® allows you to perform the same check directly in your User Center, with automated notifications for updates.

4. How often should I check my trademark application status?

The USPTO recommends checking your trademark application status every 3–4 months until your registration is complete. After filing maintenance documents, such as a Section 8 or Section 9 affidavit, you should continue checking periodically until acceptance is confirmed.

5. Can I check the status of an international trademark?

Yes. TSDR also provides information about international filings under the Madrid system through the United States. TrademarkFactory® can help track both U.S. and international trademarks within your User Center.

6. What happens if I miss a USPTO deadline?

Missing a deadline can result in abandonment of your trademark application or cancellation of your registration. Certain deadlines cannot be extended. With TrademarkFactory®, our trademark tracking system sends reminders so you don’t miss critical deadlines.

7. How do I find trademark status using the USPTO system?

Use your trademark application number or registration number in TSDR. Select “Status” to view your mark’s progress, or “Documents” to access filings and correspondence. TrademarkFactory® simplifies this process with our User Center, allowing you to check your trademark status without navigating USPTO systems.

8. Can I check the status of a phrase I want to trademark?

You can check if a phrase is already registered or pending using the USPTO’s Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS). This is separate from TSDR, which tracks your specific application. TrademarkFactory® can assist with both searching for similar marks and monitoring your filing.

9. What is trademark tracking and why is it important?

Trademark tracking is the ongoing monitoring of your mark’s status to ensure deadlines are met and filings are up to date. Proper tracking prevents abandonment or cancellation and ensures you maintain protection for your brand. TrademarkFactory® 's in-house User Center handles this automatically for all filings.

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