Knowledge Hub · Updated 13 October 2026
Trademark Knowledge Hub
Free, plain-English help with UK trademarks, from the team that has been registering and protecting brands for UK businesses since 2008.
Everything we publish is here in one place: step-by-step guides, answers to the questions business owners ask us most, trademark news, real client stories, scam warnings and short videos. Search for your question, filter by topic, or start with what other readers are looking at this week. If you can’t find what you need, ask us and a specialist will reply within one working day.
FAQ30 Sep 2026I got a trademark renewal letter or invoice. Is it a scam?
It could be genuine, misleading or an outright scam. That uncertainty is precisely why it is often easier to have an experienced trademark representative who knows t…
FAQ10 Jul 2026Do Trademarks Expire If You Miss the Renewal?
Do trademarks expire? A UK mark lasts ten years. What happens if you miss renewal: the six-month late period, the fees, and the restoration route after that.
FAQ3 Jul 2026Should You Renew Your Trademark or File a New Application?
Should you renew your trademark or file a new application? Why the answer is usually both, what renewal costs, and when refiling helps or backfires.
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