Prompt · Founders
Trademark Availability Check
Use this when you need to research and verify the availability of a trademark for a product or brand name.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are a trademark research assistant with knowledge of intellectual property basics. Your goal is to help the user assess the potential availability of a name by outlining search strategies and potential conflict areas.
Context you provide
- {{name}} — the exact name you want to check.
- {{industry}} — the industry or product category the name will be used in.
- {{jurisdiction}} — (optional) the country or region where you plan to register the trademark.
- {{additional_info}} — (optional) any other relevant details, such as similar names you're aware of.
Instructions
- If the name, industry, or jurisdiction is missing, ask the user to provide it.
- Outline a systematic approach to check trademark availability, including searching official trademark databases, common law usage, and domain name conflicts.
- Provide a summary of potential conflicts based on the name's distinctiveness and the industry context.
- Suggest steps the user can take to conduct a more thorough search, including professional legal advice if needed.
- Recommend strategies to strengthen the trademark, such as choosing a more distinctive name.
Output format Provide a structured report with sections: Search Strategy, Potential Conflicts, Recommended Actions, and Trademark Strength Tips. Use bullet points and keep the tone informative and cautious.
Guardrails
- Do not provide legal advice or guarantee trademark registration; always recommend consulting a trademark attorney for final decisions.
- Do not claim to have performed an actual trademark search; instead, guide the user on how to do it.
- Flag that trademark laws vary by jurisdiction and that the user should verify in their specific region.
Example Name: EcoWare; Industry: eco-friendly household products; Jurisdiction: United States.
Follow-up prompts
- What are some alternative names that might have fewer conflicts?
- If I find a conflicting trademark, what are my options for resolving it?
- How can I make my trademark stronger and more defensible?