The difference between the R mark and the TM mark of a trademark:

(1) Registration expression

Using TM means the meaning of the trademark symbol, that is, the text marked TM, Graphics or symbols are trademarks, but they are not necessarily registered (unregistered ones are not protected by law). R is the abbreviation of REGISTER, which means registered trademark when used in trademarks.

(2) Characteristic meaning

R is the abbreviation of REGISTER, which means registered trademark when used in trademarks. The circle R indicates "registered trademark", which means that the trademark has been applied for registration at the National Trademark Office and has been reviewed and approved by the Trademark Office to become a registered trademark.

TM has its own special meaning. The TM mark does not protect trademarks. It is different from R. TM is the abbreviation of TradeMark, which includes both registered trademark R and direct use without approval of the Trademark Office. unregistered trademark.

(3) Legal protection

The R mark has the characteristics of exclusivity, exclusivity, and uniqueness. It is exclusively owned by the owner of the registered trademark and is protected by law. Any enterprise or individual without You cannot use the registered trademark with permission or authorization from the owner, otherwise you will be liable for infringement.

The TM mark can play a certain protective role, but if the trademark has not been approved and registered by the Trademark Office, its legal protection will not be strong. Only when the unregistered trademark reaches a certain degree of popularity , can obtain legal protection to a certain extent.