Name Risk Scanner
Enter your proposed brand name and get an instant risk assessment. We scan UK, EU, and US trademark registers for identical, phonetic, and visually similar conflicts.
How the Name Risk Scanner works
Enter your name
Type your proposed brand, product, or company name.
Search 3 registers
We scan UK IPO, EUIPO, and USPTO simultaneously.
Phonetic analysis
Sound-alike marks that plain text search can miss.
Risk score
Get a clear risk rating with actionable recommendations.
Why use automated name checking?
Traditional trademark searches only catch exact or near-exact text matches. Our engine goes further by detecting:
- Phonetic conflicts - names that sound alike ("Xero" vs "Zero")
- Common variations - dropped letters, creative spellings
- Cross-class risks - similar marks in related industries
- Multi-register conflicts - catches marks registered abroad that could still block you
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Name Risk Scanner?
A Name Risk Scanner analyses your proposed brand name against existing trademark registers. It checks for identical, phonetic, and visual similarities to flag potential conflicts.
How accurate is automated trademark scanning?
Automated scanning catches conflicts that simple text searches miss. While no tool replaces legal advice for complex cases, it is significantly more thorough than manual register searches.