USPTO serial 97866931
THE RESPONSIBLE WAY TO PAY
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- Filing date
- Status date
- Registration date
- Jun 16, 2026
- Examiner
- DAVIS, TRENTON MICHAEL
- Law office
- PUBLICATION AND ISSUE SECTION
What this means
Status 700 means the trademark is registered and active on the Principal Register. You have nationwide rights for the listed goods and services and may use ®. Section 8 maintenance is due between years five and six. Calendar Section 8 between years five and six, and consider trademark monitoring.
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Owner
Minneapolis, MN, US
Minneapolis, MN, US
Minneapolis, MN, US
Attorney of record
The USPTO lists this attorney as the applicant's representative for correspondence on this application.
Todd R. Fronek
Todd R. Fronek LARKIN HOFFMAN DALY & LINDGREN LTD.8300 NORMAN CENTER DRIVESUITE 1000MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55437-1060Goods and services
| Class | Description | Status | First use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 009 | Computer software, namely, downloadable computer programs for processing electronic payments, electronic funds transfers and credit card transactions; computer software, namely, downloadable computer programs for facilitating financial transactions by collecting, storing and transmitting data and information for use in financing of purchases; computer software, namely, downloadable computer programs for processing electronic funds transfers; downloadable software for enabling users to purchase goods and services electronically via electronic payment terminals and for making credit card and electronic payments for such purposes | ACTIVE | Mar 23, 2023 |
| 036 | Financial and monetary services, namely, card-operated financial services in the nature of credit card, debit card and cash card payment processing services; computerized financial services in the nature of on-line financing of purchases and providing financial information via the Internet and electronic means; providing financial transaction services in the nature of credit card and debit card authorization services and processing of credit card and debit card payments; clearing and reconciling financial transactions via a global computer network; financial payment services in the nature of bill payment services and charge card, debit card and credit card payment processing services; electronic payment services involving electronic processing and subsequent transmission of bill payment data; bill payment services; credit card and debit card payment processing services; processing of contactless credit and debit card payments; electronic transfer of funds via computers; electronic funds transfer; transfer of funds, namely, money transfer; providing transactional services relating to point-of-sale transactions in the nature of providing secure commercial transactions and payment options using a mobile device at a point of sale; card-accessed financial services in the nature of electronic credit card and debit card transaction processing services | ACTIVE | Mar 23, 2023 |
| 042 | Software as a service (SAAS) services featuring software for processing electronic payments, authorizing credit card, debit card and cash card transactions, managing and tracking electronic payment information and facilitating e-commerce services for others, namely, for allowing users to perform electronic business transactions via a global computer network; providing temporary use of on-line non-downloadable software for processing electronic payments; providing temporary use of on-line non-downloadable authentication software for controlling access to and communications with computers and computer networks | ACTIVE | Mar 23, 2023 |
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Prosecution history
| Date | Code | Event | What it means |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 2026 | NRCC | NOTICE OF REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAILED | — |
| Jun 16, 2026 | R.PR | REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER | Your trademark is registered on the Principal Register — the strongest form of federal trademark protection. You may use the ® symbol for the covered goods and services. Maintenance filings (Section 8 and renewals) are required to keep the registration alive. |
| May 27, 2026 | SUNA | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF STATEMENT OF USE E-MAILED | — |
| May 27, 2026 | CNPR | ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 26, 2026 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| May 5, 2026 | TEME | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED | — |
| May 5, 2026 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| May 5, 2026 | ALIE | ASSIGNED TO LIE | — |
| May 4, 2026 | TROA | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Feb 3, 2026 | XELG | APPLICATION EXTENSION GRANTED/RECEIPT PROVIDED | — |
| Feb 3, 2026 | XELR | APPLICATION EXTENSION TO RESPONSE PERIOD - RECEIVED | — |
| Nov 4, 2025 | GNRN | NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Nov 4, 2025 | GNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Nov 4, 2025 | CNRT | SU - NON-FINAL ACTION - WRITTEN | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Jul 30, 2025 | SUPC | STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE | — |
| Aug 5, 2024 | IUAF | USE AMENDMENT FILED | — |
| Aug 5, 2024 | EISU | TEAS STATEMENT OF USE RECEIVED | The applicant filed a Statement of Use with specimens showing the mark in actual commerce. The USPTO will review the filing for compliance. If accepted, the mark can proceed to registration; if deficient, the USPTO may issue a requirement or office action. |
| Apr 30, 2024 | NOAM | NOA E-MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT | A Notice of Allowance means your intent-to-use application cleared examination and opposition but is not registered yet. You must file a Statement of Use showing the mark in commerce, or request an extension, before the deadline — usually six months from the notice date. |
| Mar 5, 2024 | NPUB | OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED | — |
| Mar 5, 2024 | PUBO | PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION | Your mark was published in the USPTO Official Gazette for a 30-day opposition window. During that period, third parties who believe they would be harmed can file an opposition. If no opposition is filed, prosecution usually continues toward registration or a Notice of Allowance. |
| Feb 14, 2024 | NPUB | OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED | — |
| Feb 14, 2024 | NONP | NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED | — |
| Jan 26, 2024 | CNSA | APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER | — |
| Jan 26, 2024 | XAEC | EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED | — |
| Jan 26, 2024 | GNEN | NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED | — |
| Jan 26, 2024 | GNEA | EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED | — |
| Jan 26, 2024 | CNEA | EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN | — |
| Jan 25, 2024 | TEME | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED | — |
| Jan 24, 2024 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Jan 24, 2024 | TROA | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Dec 30, 2023 | GNRN | NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Dec 30, 2023 | GNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Dec 30, 2023 | CNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| Dec 27, 2023 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| Apr 24, 2023 | NWOS | NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED | — |
| Apr 4, 2023 | NWAP | NEW APPLICATION ENTERED | — |