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Are there any risks in privately transferring a trademark?

Trademarks are very important intangible assets for enterprises or individuals. The sales of goods are also closely related to trademarks, so we need to apply for trademarks. So, for the transfer of trademarks, is it possible to transfer the trademark privately? Is there any risk? The intellectual property rights are introduced in detail below. Personal trademark transfer requires you to do it yourself and complete every process of the trademark; you need to rush to the Trademark Office for submission procedures at each time period and pay attention to the process of trademark transfer. However, trademark transfer will be easier than trademark registration, and the time will be shorter than trademark registration. It is still possible to transfer the trademark yourself if you have time. Trademark transfer is the fastest way to obtain a trademark. It only requires negotiation between the parties and then submission of relevant information to the Intellectual Property Office. If both parties are not particularly familiar with trademark law and the trademark transfer process, they can choose a trademark agency to assist in the trademark transfer. Although agency trademark transfer is said to cost money, the relevant matters will be helped to do it in an orderly manner, which is reassuring; however, personal trademark transfer may encounter some problems, which may not be noticed by the transferee, so that Some unnecessary disputes arise. The agency has a mature application service process. They not only provide patient, meticulous and comprehensive consulting services, but also quickly and accurately prepare various application documents. This not only saves you time, but also saves you the trouble of traveling around. bitter. From consultation to declaration to after-sales, there are personnel to cooperate in every service link, and the division of labor is clear. While improving efficiency, it is easier to reduce error rates and better ensure service quality by dedicating people to dedicated tasks. Private transfer of trademarks is not protected by law. You need to find a specialized agency to apply for transfer at the Trademark Office. If a registered trademark is transferred in accordance with Article 42 of the Trademark Law, both parties shall sign a transfer agreement and file an application with the Trademark Office at the same time. When transferring a registered trademark, the trademark registrant shall transfer all similar trademarks registered on the same goods, or identical or similar trademarks registered on similar goods. For transfers that are likely to cause confusion or have other adverse effects, the Trademark Office will not approve the transfer and will notify the applicant in writing and explain the reasons. After the transfer of a registered trademark is approved, it will be announced. The assignee shall enjoy the exclusive right to use the trademark from the date of announcement. Generally speaking, a trademark transfer needs to be reviewed by the Trademark Office and issued with a trademark consent transfer certificate before it is considered a transfer. If an individual transfers privately, it is very likely that the trademark has not been transferred, and the trademark is only valid for ten years. If the trademark is not renewed, the trademark will be It has been canceled by the Trademark Office, so try not to transfer the trademark privately. The above is the risk of privately transferring trademarks by individuals? If you have any other questions about trademark transfer, please log in to Intellectual Property for consultation at any time.