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

A patent is a type of intellectual property that gives its owner the legal right to exclude others from making, using, or selling an invention for a limited period of time in exchange for publishing an …

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The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is the agency responsible for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks.

Aug 29, 2025 · Patents are a form of intellectual property that give an inventor or patent holder the right to exclude others from making, using, offering for sale, selling, or importing a patented invention for a …

Jan 13, 2025 · A patent is a right granted to an inventor by the federal government that gives the inventor exclusive rights to that invention. These rights prohibit others from making, selling, or using …

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