What resources are available on the USPTO website?
The USPTO website (www.uspto.gov) offers a wide range of resources and information for users. These include:
- News and notices (announcements, press releases, Official Gazette Notices, Federal Register Notices)
- USPTO contacts and addresses
- Educational resources (PTDL program, Kids Pages)
- Patent-specific information (issued patents, published applications, filing guidelines)
- Trademark-specific information (Trademark Manual of Examining Procedure, U.S. Trademark Electronic Search System)
- Downloadable USPTO forms
- Ordering copies of patents and trademarks
- Fee information and payment options
- Legal materials and related websites
As stated in the MPEP: The USPTO website (www.uspto.gov) provides a wealth of information to all users.
This comprehensive resource is designed to assist various stakeholders in navigating the patent and trademark processes.
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