®
registered
Unicode: 00AE
Description
Unicode symbol for 'Registered Trademark Sign'. It is a black 'R' enclosed in a circle.
Group:
Symbols > other-symbol
Status:
unqualified
Emotion:
None; it is a legal/symbolic character.
Backstory
The registered trademark symbol (®) is used to denote that a preceding word, symbol, or logo is a trademark or service mark that has been officially registered with a national trademark office. Its usage is legally defined and it offers legal protection to the owner.
Usage Examples
- Used in legal documents and product packaging: 'Product Name®'
- Indicating a legally protected brand: 'Our Brand® is known for quality.'
Cultural Differences
Global:
Universally recognized as a legal symbol indicating a registered trademark.