How do I find registered patents?

Start at uspto.gov/patft. Next, under the heading Related USPTO Services, click on Tools to Help Searching by Patent Classification. You can now start searching. Patent searches may also be done at google.com/patents and at a number of other free sites.

Can you look up patents by number?

Patent Number Searching Enter the patent number without commas and when using the USPTO website the patent number must be seven numbers in length (add preceding zero’s if necessary). Examples: Google Patents enter the patent number in the search box. USPTO website enter the patent number in the search box.

How do I get a copy of a patent?

You must have a USPTO.gov account to order certified copies of patent and trademark documents. To view your previous order history, link your USPTO.gov account to your online document ordering system account. Only online orders (not fax or email orders) are viewable online.

How do I get a patent number?

To obtain a patent, follow these steps:

1. Work on your invention and document the entire process.
2. Confirm that you have an invention, not merely an idea.
3. Consider whether your invention is commercially viable.
4. Hire a patent attorney.
5. Submit a provisional patent application.
6. Submit the application.

How do I find the patent number for a product?

Companies often include patent numbers on products, product packaging and in manuals in order to provide public notice of their patent rights. The next time you buy a product, look closely at the label or packaging to see if any patent numbers are listed.

How much does it cost to get a copy of a patent?

The filing fee is $130 for a small entity and drawings typically cost $100 to $125 per page, so a high quality provisional patent application for a mechanical or electrical device can typically be prepared and filed for $2,500 to $3,000.