An applicant cannot register a trademark on the basis of an intention to use the mark in commerce.

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An applicant cannot register a trademark on the basis of an intention to use the mark in commerce.​

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An applicant can file a trademark application on an intent-to-use basis under certain conditions. This allows the applicant to reserve the trademark while they are preparing to use it in commerce. However, the registration cannot be granted until the applicant can demonstrate that the mark is actually being used in commerce.

An Applicant Cannot Register a Trademark on the Basis of an Intention