For Business
Write a Review For Business Write a Review

Thoughts to Paper Questions & Answers

284 reviews
63 questions & answers
Ask a question See all questions

I'm ready to start the process of getting my idea patented. Will a provisional patent protect my idea until I get a non provisional patent

asked by Cecile P. on 9/12/18

1 Answer
Thumbnail of user tonyc80

A provisional patent can "protect" your idea in the sense that it saves the date with the patent office, until you file the non-provisional patent application. The key is that you must file the non-provisional before the provisional expires for the provisional to continue to "protect" you. Read over this in depth article on how it works: https://www.thoughtstopaper.com/blog/understanding-provisional-patent-applications/

Then, if any further questions, give us a ring. We're happy to chat!

Helpful  (0)

Add your answer

More questions about Thoughts to Paper

Ask a question

Get answers from the Thoughts to Paper staff and other customers.

Have a question about
Thoughts to Paper?
Post Review