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In response to public feedback regarding the retirement of the legacy search systems, a new simplified interface of Patent Public Search named Basic Search is now available. Basic Search is recommended for users new to Patent Public Search, or for users who only need to perform a quick look up.
PatFT, AppFT, PubEAST and PubWEST were retired on September 30. Preexisting links to U.S. patents and pre-grant publications are no longer available. You will need to create new links for saved documents. Read through this step-by-step guide on how to set up a web link to access a saved document, as well as set up saved search queries. For questions regarding Patent Public Search, please contact the Public Search Facility at psf@uspto.gov.
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A Patent and Trademark Resource Center or PTRC is part of a nationwide network of public, state, and academic libraries designated to support the public with trademark and patent assistance.
Located in Alexandria, VA with trained staff to assist the public in person, via email, and by phone with patent and trademark information and historical collections.
Provides patent information and services to the public. Staffed with experienced examiners who answer general questions about patent examining policy and procedures.
Provides assistance for patent applications that may appear to be stalled in the patent examination process and can assist with getting applications back on track.
The Trademark Assistance Center (TAC) is the main support center for all customers, from first-time filers to legal professionals and experienced trademark applicants.