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Step 1
Register your domain name if you haven't already. Even though it's possible to trademark an idea, you will have a much better chance of your application being approved if you already own the domain name or have used it in the course of business. Also, the longer you wait the more chance there is that someone else will register the domain name itself.
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Step 2
Check to make sure that the trademark isn't taken. Before you set out to complete a trademark application you need to search to make sure that the trademark is still available, and this can be done using the US Patent Office official website at uspto.gov. Keep in mind that searching using their website isn't a perfect procedure, and there is still a small chance that someone else may have already taken your trademark. In the event that this happens, you’ll simply need to select another name to trademark.
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Step 3
Review the US Patent Office guide that pertains to domain names to make sure that your domain name qualifies. The form number for this guide is 2-99, and it can be found on the USPTO website. Make sure that you take the time to read it carefully because it contains a lot of very specific information, and you don't want to miss anything important.
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Step 4
Obtain the trademark application form and fill in all of the necessary information. Go over this form multiple times to ensure that you've filled it out properly and haven't made any mistakes. If you leave anything blank or put down some of the wrong information this could result in your trademark application being denied, so make sure to take your time and double check your work.
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Step 5
Submit your application with your payment and wait for approval. Once you've completed your form all you need to do is turn it in and wait to hear back from the US Patent office. Keep in mind that they receive thousands and thousands of applications for trademarks, so don't get worried if it takes a while to receive a response.
