Patent Search & Using PATENTSCOPE for Free

(WIPO Resource)

Patent search is a crucial step for inventors, businesses, and researchers to check the novelty of an invention, analyze industry trends, and avoid patent infringement. A comprehensive search helps in determining if an idea is already patented and assessing the patent landscape for commercialization opportunities.

PATENTSCOPE, provided by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), is a free global patent database that allows users to search international patent applications under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), as well as patents from national and regional offices worldwide.

Features of PATENTSCOPE:

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Visit PATENTSCOPE to explore global patent data and conduct free patent searches efficiently.