United States Patent and Trademark Office

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is a federal agency responsible for granting patents and registering trademarks in the U.S. A patent gives inventors exclusive rights to their inventions, preventing others from making, using, or selling them for a certain period. A trademark protects brands by securing logos, names, and symbols from being used by others, helping consumers identify products. The USPTO also advises on intellectual property rights and helps innovate and protect inventions and brands, supporting economic growth and fostering creativity.