You must have noticed the symbols R, TM, C, G (®, ©, ™, G) found on the products we use in our daily lives or in the logos of many brands. Have you ever thought about what these writings mean?
Each of these expressions carries different meanings. In general, it can be said that these marks protect some of the commercial rights of the trademark in which they are located. In other words, these marks show that the trademarks are legally protected. The R and TM marks are mostly used for commercial goods, products and services. The C mark is included on products that may be considered antiques. The G mark is evidence of the brand’s reliability.
Now let us look at what these expressions mean;
The R sign stands for “Registered” and is a sign used by many brands internationally. Signing in the trademark logos shows that the trademark is registered.
The TM symbol is an abbreviation for “trademark.” Its use to promote products and goods that are subject to registered trademarks means that the trademark is protected, recognizable and trusted.
The C mark is used for products or services that are considered works. It means “copyright”. Copyright is a legal right that prohibits the copying of all things that can be considered works (information, works of art, etc.).
The G mark is a mark indicating that it is a trademark that has obtained a Trusted Of Brand Name Certificate issued by the Brand Name Centre, abbreviated as GUMIB, as proof that the trademarks are reliable.