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Can a written description of sofware or an application idea be patented?
Asked on Jan 19th, 2011 on Patents - Oregon
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Can a written description of a software idea or iPhone application qualify for patent or trademark protection in the US? What is the best path forward?
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Absolutely. Patents provide the strongest protection by far but you should also look at trademark registrations and copyright registrations. Design patents may also be available. A combination of forms of intellectual property is usually the best approach. I have examples of software patents on my website.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 6:43 PM
Yes- best path would be a utility patent.
Answered on Jan 19th, 2011 at 5:58 PM