Can you sell your invention with a provisional patent?

The quick answer is yes, it is possible. But it rarely happens. Selling a provisional patent application is the same as selling just an idea without proven market demand. It would need to be an extremely innovative idea to convince buyers to take a chance and invest before it is patented.

How do you sell a patented invention?

To sell a patent, the patent holder must determine the quality of the underlying invention outlined in the patent. A patent is a vital doc that grants possession to an invention. To gain revenue out of your concept, you will need to promote the patent, license utilization rights, or market the product yourself.

What do I do after filing a provisional patent?

So after you file your provisional patent application you have several options to keep your idea protected: File a non-provisional patent application or an international patent application that claims the benefit of your provisional patent application (the most common strategy)

Can you sell product before patent?

The sale of a product that includes a new invention—before a patent application is filed—destroys patent rights in many countries. Not so in the United States, where U.S. law provides a 12-month “grace period” to file for patent protection after a public use or sale.

How can I patent my invention for free?

The Patent Pro Bono Program attempts to match inventors with registered patent agents or patent attorneys. These practitioners volunteer their time without charging the inventor. However, the inventor still must pay all fees that are required by the USPTO; these cannot be paid by the practitioner.

Can someone patent your invention?

The simple answer is no—you cannot patent an idea for an invention. The invention itself has to be produced or a patent application containing the invention must be filed with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). While all inventions start with an idea, not every idea can be called an invention.

How much can patents sell for?

If the corporation makes an offer, it will typically be anywhere from $50 thousand to $8 million, and can be higher. On the other hand, an inventor trying to simply market an issued patent to corporations, is likely to get anywhere from $5,000 to $35,000.

What happens after filing a patent application?

When your patent application is up for review, the Examiner will conduct an independent prior art search and render an official action that indicates whether your invention is allowed or rejected. If rejected, the Examiner will provide an analysis why the specific prior art references disclose your claimed invention.

Do you need a patent to sell an invention?

No. You are not required to obtain a patent in order to sell a product or service embodying your invention. Many products and services are sold that are not patented. A U.S. patent provides the right to stop others from making marketing, selling, or importing your invention in the United States.

How do I get an invention license?

The steps to licensing an invention are as follows:

1. Identify & research target companies.
2. Approach prime targets.
3. Confidentiality agreement.
4. Prepare for negotiation.
5. Initial presentation.
6. Negotiate.
7. Marriage.