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Oct 17, 2025 · Find existing patents, published patent applications and other published patent documentation

Find out how to register and maintain a trademark in the U.S., apply for an international trademark, and about protecting your registered trademark.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the federal agency under the Department of Commerce and is responsible for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks.

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

Dec 20, 2025 · A powerful, flexible web-based patent search application that improves the overall patent searching process. It includes two user selected interfaces that provide enhanced access to prior art.

Dec 5, 2025 · Learn how to protect your trademark through the federal registration process.

Aug 1, 2023 · Patent Center is available to all users for electronic filing and management of patent applications. You may access an on-demand recording of a previous Patent Center Training session …

Dec 8, 2025 · Phone numbers, email addresses, and other contact information for USPTO offices and business centers

The USPTO is issuing electronic patent grants (eGrants) for all patents with an issue date on or after April 18, 2023. eGrants are available through Patent Center, the USPTO's electronic patent …