We've been using our product name for three years but never registered it — is it too late to apply now?
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I have experience with this, I have to say: trademark registration depends on a few factors. Gather the data first, don't make emotional decisions.
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Another perspective: maybe the core issue with trademark registration is something else. Think about it this way...
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Doki · Vulnerability scanning · 2023
Another perspective: maybe the core issue with trademark registration is something else. Think about it this way...
Another perspective: maybe the core issue with trademark registration is something else. Think about it this way...
edit: I wrote something wrong above, sorry about that.
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this was a problem for me too thx. tbh ended up having to find another way... really stressful situation.
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Another perspective: maybe the core issue with trademark registration is something else. Think about it this way...
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Doki · Log management setup · 2023
Technically speaking: there are two main factors in the trademark registration decision. Cost-benefit and risk management. Decide with data.
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Doki · Log management setup · 2024
Quick summary for newcomers: Calculate how many months you can survive without revenue, then halve that number.
If you have questions, write them; I'll answer as best I can.
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I'm in the same situation, that's why I'm asking. Look where the bucket leaks; pouring water on top doesn't solve it.
I've been down this road, let me tell you. Everything goes well for the first three months; problems arise in the fourth.
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Exactly, and not many people know this. The answer varies greatly by industry; there is no one-size-fits-all rule.
Correct me if I'm wrong.
Correct in theory, but it doesn't work that way in practice. The biggest time-waster for us was not knowing who had the final say.
Trying to do this alone is the most expensive way. If I were you, I'd go this route.
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Doki · Phishing awareness training · 2024
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I've been down this road, let me tell you. A two-week notebook guides you more than a six-month forecast.
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I'm keeping an eye on this, in a good way. The suggested approach above is correct; the only missing piece is a rollback plan. When applying a change, also document how to revert it if it doesn't work.
You're right. When making a decision, also write down the cost of reversal.
If you have questions, write them; I'll answer as best I can.
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you're right I've been down that road too. tbh if you don't write this down from the start it leads to arguments later.
if you post the result here, it will help others too.