Find out how to apply for and maintain a patent in the U.S., and learn about helpful resources.

Innovation often builds upon existing ideas, taking small steps and great leaps to solve problems and improve our everyday lives. The patent system promotes this innovation through sharing …

May 13, 2025 · If you are new to patent searches, or want to use the functionality that was available in the USPTO’s PatFT/AppFT, select Basic search to look for patents by keywords or …

Find existing patents, published patent applications and other published patent documentation

Jan 22, 2025 · If you’re new to the process of protecting your rights to your invention by applying for a patent, you’re in the right place. This page will direct you to everything you need to know …

To start a quick lookup, enter a single patent or publication number and select the Search button. To start a basic search, select a search field, enter your search term, and select the Search …

Patent Center allows users to electronically file and manage patent applications efficiently.

Aug 1, 2023 · Patents with an issue date on or after April 18, 2023 are issued as electronic patent grants (eGrants), which minimizes paper waste, potentially reduces patent pendency, and …

Feb 18, 2025 · The USPTO protects you, the inventor, by granting patents and administering patent law. Patent examiners review patent applications, and Patent Trial and Appeal Board …

Sep 16, 2012 · The patent forms provided below were designed as a guide to assist patent applicants and patentees in making certain limited submissions to the USPTO. Use of the …