The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has officially registered the trademark RIPPLETAG (TM77706986) for "on-line non-downloadable software for use in social networking by permitting social interaction between and among users through their exchange of information via the website." The application was originally filed on April 4, 2009, and the registration became effective on March 25, 2026.

This registration signifies the USPTO's approval of RIPPLETAG as a protected trademark for its intended use in the technology and social networking sector. While this is a registration notice and does not impose new compliance obligations on other entities, companies operating in the social networking software space should be aware of this registered mark to avoid potential infringement issues. No immediate actions are required by other entities, but legal counsel should be consulted if similar branding is contemplated.