Pat & Trade Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered patent and trademark filing platform.
By using Pat & Trade Inc., you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you create an account or use our services, we collect:
Name and email address
Contact information (phone number, mailing address)
Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
Account credentials (encrypted passwords)
Application Data
To process your patent and trademark applications, we collect:
Invention or trademark descriptions
Technical drawings, images, and documentation
Filing information and jurisdictional preferences
Correspondence with patent/trademark offices
Automatically Collected Information
Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
Cookies and tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
Process and file your patent and trademark applications
Format documents using AI for various jurisdictions
Communicate with patent and trademark offices on your behalf
Send you updates about your applications and office actions
Process payments and maintain billing records
Improve our AI algorithms and service quality
Send promotional communications (with your consent)
Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We share your information with:
Patent and Trademark Offices
We submit your application data to the relevant intellectual property offices (USPTO, EPO, WIPO, etc.) as required to file and prosecute your applications.
Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with:
Payment processing (Stripe)
Cloud hosting and storage
Email delivery and notifications
Analytics and performance monitoring
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or to protect our rights and safety.
We Do NOT:
Sell your personal information to third parties
Share your intellectual property data with competitors
Use your application data for purposes other than filing
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
Encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
Secure password hashing (Argon2)
Regular security audits and updates
Access controls and authentication
Secure cloud infrastructure
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Update: Correct or update your information
Delete: Request deletion of your account and data
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from promotional emails
Data portability: Receive your data in a structured format
Withdraw consent: Revoke consent for data processing
When you delete your account, we permanently delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
Updating the "Last updated" date
Sending an email notification (for significant changes)
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: