Do I have to? NO.
Should I register? Yes.
Although it is voluntary, it is quite necessary for budding startups.
The businesses are now being more aware of the importance of trademark. In era of competition and highly responsive social media and web platforms, it has become essential to protect business name.
However, you need to identify its need at present stage of your business. An online business will be more vulnerable to threat of infringement, which a local trader may not be. He might want to delay the registration as he reaches certain stage of business.
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