Welcome
to the USPTO web page designed specifically for independent
inventors. Throughout Americas history, the innovation
and dedication of independent inventors have played a
critical role in our Nations evolution into the
most technologically advanced, economically vibrant power
on earth. The pioneering discoveries of independent inventors
have cured diseases, built communities and industries,
and greatly enhanced our quality of life.
As
it has since its founding in 1802, the USPTO is dedicated
to assisting independent inventors in utilizing Americas
intellectual property system. To that end, following
a top-to-bottom review of operations at the USPTO, the
former Office of Independent Inventor Programs has recently
become part of the new, comprehensive Inventor Assistance
Program. The Inventor Assistance Program will have more
consolidated resources available, allowing us to expand
the scope of services provided to independent inventors
in order to assure that you receive the special attention
you deserve. Nothing could be more important, because
America's inventors are our Nation's future.
The
patent and trademark application process can be complicated
for the novice inventor, so we hope the information contained
in the following pages will be informative and useful.
I encourage you to visit this site often for new updates,
web links, and general information that will provide
you with a greater understanding of the patent and trademark
processes, as well as procedures for patent application
filing and trademark registration.