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# Trademark Clearinghouse (TMCH)

The Trademark Clearinghouse is a central ICANN-mandated database of verified trademarks. Brand owners record marks there to get early access to new domains and notices when others register matching names.

## Why it matters

Registered marks in the TMCH can use sunrise periods, which give trademark holders the first chance to register a matching domain before general sale. Others who try to register a matching name may see a claims notice. The TMCH does not block registrations. For domain buyers and sellers, a claims notice is a warning sign, since later disputes often follow. Common mistake: believing the TMCH gives rights over all extensions. It applies only to new gTLDs that use its services, and it does not cover .com.

Source: [trademark-clearinghouse.com](https://www.trademark-clearinghouse.com/)

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