Use this tm copy paste tool to grab ™, ®, ℠, or © in one click. Each tm symbol copy and paste button below puts the character on your clipboard instantly — symbols render in the page HTML, so they appear even before JavaScript loads.
The trademark symbol ™ (Unicode U+2122) tells readers you claim rights in a brand name, logo, or tagline. In the United States, you do not need federal registration to use it — common-law trademark protection can apply once you use a distinctive mark in commerce.
Add ™ next to your product name on packaging, a website footer, or a social bio to signal ownership. It does not grant legal rights by itself, but it puts competitors and customers on notice. For services rather than goods, the service mark ℠ plays a similar role.
These four symbols look similar but mean different things. This table is the fastest way to pick the right one.
| Symbol | Name | Meaning | When to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| ™ | Trademark (TM) | Claims trademark rights on a name, logo, or slogan. | Use while your mark is unregistered or pending. Signals common-law trademark intent without claiming federal registration. |
| ® | Registered trademark | Marks a federally registered trademark in the United States. | Only after official registration is granted. Using ® on an unregistered mark can create legal risk. |
| ℠ | Service mark (SM) | Claims rights in a service name rather than a physical product. | Use for unregistered service marks — for example, a consulting firm or app name — before registration is complete. |
| © | Copyright | Identifies original creative work such as text, art, music, or software. | Place on published creative works to assert copyright. Registration is separate from displaying the symbol. |
If you prefer typing over copying, here is how to type trademark symbol characters on each platform. Windows Alt codes require Num Lock and the numeric keypad; Mac shortcuts use the Option key.
| Platform | ™ | ® | ℠ | © |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | Alt + 0153 (Num Lock on, numpad) | Alt + 0174 | Alt + 8480 | Alt + 0169 |
| Mac | Option + 2 | Option + R | Option + Shift + S (Character Viewer) | Option + G |
| iPhone / iPad | Long-press a letter key → pick ™ from the symbol row | Copy ® from this page, or use the emoji keyboard | Copy ℠ from this page (no default key shortcut) | Long-press C → pick © from the symbol row |
| Android | ?123 → =\< → ™, or long-press T | Copy ® from this page, or use the symbols keyboard | Copy ℠ from this page | ?123 → =\< → ©, or long-press C |
The registered trademark symbol ® (Unicode U+00AE) is reserved for marks that have completed federal registration. It tells the public your brand name or logo is on the official trademark register — a stronger claim than ™ alone.
Using ® on an unregistered mark is risky. It can be treated as false or misleading advertising and may invite legal challenges. Stick with ™ or ℠ until registration is confirmed, then switch to ® in the jurisdictions where you hold the registration.
Need the copyright symbol instead? Browse our special characters page for © and other legal marks, or see punctuation marks for typographic symbols used alongside trademarks.
Developers and designers often need the raw codes. Click any value to copy it — includes U+2122, ™, ™, \2122, Alt + 0153, and Option + 2 for the trademark sign.
| Character | Name | Unicode | HTML | Windows Alt | Mac shortcut |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trademark | |||||
| Registered trademark | |||||
| Service mark | |||||
| Copyright |
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Common questions about ™, ®, and when each symbol applies.
In the United States, you can use ™ on an unregistered mark to signal that you claim trademark rights. That does not mean every name is available — you still need to avoid marks that conflict with existing brands. This page helps you copy the symbol; legal clearance is a separate step.
™ means you claim trademark rights but the mark is not federally registered. ® means the mark is officially registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Using ® without registration can mislead consumers and create legal exposure.
Use ® only after your trademark registration is approved. Until then, stick with ™ for goods or ℠ for services. Exact rules vary by country, so confirm status in your jurisdiction before switching symbols.
The fastest method is to tap ™, ®, ℠, or © on this page and paste into Notes, Mail, or social apps. To type ™ from the keyboard, long-press a letter key and choose ™ from the pop-up row. For ® and ℠, copying from this page is usually easier than hunting through the emoji keyboard.
No. ™ does not require federal registration — it simply tells others you treat the name or logo as a trademark. Registration is optional but strengthens enforcement. If you want ® later, you will need to complete the official registration process separately.