The differences between trade names and trademarks are as follows:

1. Different functions and functions. A trademark is mainly a mark used to distinguish one operator's brand or service from the goods or services of other operators. A trademark is generally associated with certain specific goods. Trade names are mainly used to distinguish companies. It represents the reputation of the manufacturer and must exist in connection with the producer or operator of the product;

2. Different forms of expression. The trade name should consist of two or more characters and can only be expressed in Chinese characters. But the expression forms of trademarks are much richer;

3. The exclusive rights are different. Trade name rights are simpler than trademark rights. Trade name rights can be obtained only after applying for a business name in accordance with the requirements. However, it usually takes a year or more for a trademark to be obtained from application to registration;

4. The scope is different. The trademark is valid for 10 years and needs to be renewed. In theory, it can be held indefinitely. The effectiveness of trade name rights is generally limited to administrative regions such as provinces and cities, and there is no renewal. As long as the subject exists, it can continue to exist;

5. The degree of protection is different.

How to register a trademark application?

1. When applying for trademark registration, the applicant needs to provide a copy of the business license with the official seal of the unit, or a copy of the self-employed business license and personal ID card with the official seal;

2. To apply for trademark registration, you need to pay an official fee of 270 yuan;

3. The time required to apply for trademark registration is about 4-6 months after the preliminary review notice;

4. Fill out the registration application form or China Download from the trademark website;

5. The trademark applied by the applicant must meet certain requirements, otherwise it will be rejected;

6. It can be text, English, Chinese characters, graphics, or a separate application or a combination thereof.

To sum up, for trademarks and trade names, their functions and effects are different. Trademarks and trade names are also different in form. Trademarks and trade names also have different scopes and effects when used. According to the relevant laws and regulations of our country, after obtaining the trademark right, the scope of use of the trademark that is successfully registered through legal channels is valid nationwide, but the use of the trademark right is time limited. The initial registration The term of use of a trademark is generally ten years. After the term of use is reached, the trademark can be renewed.

Legal basis:

Article 3 of the Trademark Law of the People's Republic of China

A trademark approved and registered by the Trademark Office is a registered trademark, including Commodity trademarks, service trademarks, collective trademarks, and certification marks; trademark registrants enjoy exclusive rights to trademarks and are protected by law.

The term "collective trademark" as mentioned in this Law refers to a mark registered in the name of a group, association or other organization for use by members of the organization in commercial activities to indicate the user's membership in the organization.

The term "certification trademark" as used in this Law means that it is controlled by an organization with the ability to supervise certain goods or services and is used by units or individuals other than the organization to certify the goods or services. The origin, raw materials, manufacturing methods, quality or other signs of specific quality of the goods or services.

Special matters concerning the registration and management of collective trademarks and certification marks shall be stipulated by the industrial and commercial administration department of the State Council.