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Learn About Intellectual Property (IP)

  • Patents
    • What is a patent?
    • Types of patents
    • How do I obtain a patent?
    • Is my U.S. patent good in other countries?
    • How do I check to see if a patent already exists?
    • Where can I ask a question about a U.S. patent?
  • Trademarks
    • What is a trademark?
    • How do I register a U.S. trademark?
    • How do I check if a trademark is already registered?
    • Does a U.S. trademark registration protect a trademark in a foreign country?
    • How do I prevent someone else from using a trademark similar to mine in the U.S.?
    • Where can I ask a question about a U.S. Trademark?
  • Copyrights
    • What is a copyright?
    • Do I have to register my copyright claim?
    • How do I register a copyright?
    • Is my copyright good in other countries?
    • Where can I ask a question about a U.S. copyright?
  • Trade Secrets
    • What is a trade secret?
  • Importance of IP
    • Why is intellectual property important?
    • Why should I protect my intellectual property?
    • Why should I protect my intellectual property abroad?
    • How serious a problem is counterfeiting and piracy?
    • Why should small businesses protect their intellectual property?

Find the best office to help you.

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  • Office of the U.S. Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator
  • Office of the United States Trade Representative
  • U.S. Department of State
  • U.S. Department of Justice
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation
  • U.S. Department of Agriculture
  • U.S. Department of Commerce
  • International Trade Administration
  • U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
  • U S Food and Drug Administration
  • U.S. Customs and Border Protection
  • U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
  • U.S. Copyright Office
  • U.S. International Trade Commission
  • National IPR Coordination Center

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