Is the 'MY SALON' trademark for My Salon Suite registered on the Principal Register?

According to My Salon Suite's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the trademark 'MY SALON' is registered on the Principal Register. Specifically, the trademark registration number is 4,105,356, with a registration date of February 28, 2012. This registration on the Principal Register indicates that My Salon Suite has met the requirements for federal trademark protection, offering stronger legal rights and recognition compared to trademarks not registered on this register.

This registration provides My Salon Suite with legal presumptions of ownership and the exclusive right to use the trademark nationwide for the services it covers. It also allows My Salon Suite to pursue legal action against infringers more effectively. For a franchisee, this means they are operating under a brand with established and protected trademarks, which can contribute to brand recognition and customer trust. The FDD also states that all required affidavits have been filed and the registration for the registered mark, My Salon Suite, 4,105,356 has been renewed.

As a My Salon Suite franchisee, you must use the trademarks according to the franchisor's standards and specifications. The goodwill associated with the trademarks remains the exclusive property of My Salon Suite. Upon expiration or termination of the Franchise Agreement, all rights to use the trademarks automatically revert to My Salon Suite. Franchisees are also prohibited from contesting the franchisor's rights to the trademarks. This underscores the importance of adhering to My Salon Suite's brand guidelines and protecting the integrity of the trademarks to maintain a consistent brand image and avoid potential legal issues.