Terms of Use

Last updated: April 14, 2026

Data handling and what we store

By using Patent PreCheck, you agree to the following data handling practices:

• Uploaded files are discarded immediately. Your uploaded code, document, or conversation is processed to generate your Patent PreCheck Score and is then permanently deleted. We do not retain, copy, or share your file content.
• We retain your analysis profile. We store a structured set of high-level risk indicators derived from your analysis (score, risk flags, technology domain, AI contribution level, etc.). This profile contains no code or document content and is used to provide project-specific legal change alerts.
• You own your work. Nothing in these Terms grants Patent PreCheck any license or rights to your uploaded content. Your code and documents remain entirely yours.
• Alert emails are targeted, not broadcast. Legal change notifications are sent based on matching risk flags in your stored analysis profile. We send alerts only when a development specifically matches your profile characteristics.

1. Who we are and what we do

Patent PreCheck ("Patent PreCheck," "we," "us," or "our") provides a Chrome browser extension and web-based tools that help individuals track original contributions made during AI-assisted work, score the potential patentability of that work, and prepare documents for filing with the U.S. Copyright Office or U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Patent PreCheck is a software product. We are not a law firm, patent agency, or legal services provider. No attorney-client relationship is formed through your use of Patent PreCheck.

2. Acceptance of these terms

By installing the Patent PreCheck Chrome extension, using the website at patentprecheck.com, or using the document analysis tool, you agree to these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, do not use Patent PreCheck.

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

3. Not legal advice

Specifically:

• The Patent PreCheck Score is an automated assessment based on patterns in your content. It is not a legal determination of patentability.
• Our filing wizard helps you organize and format information — it does not constitute legal representation.
• A high score does not guarantee that a patent will be granted or that your work is protectable.
• We strongly recommend consulting a licensed patent attorney or agent for any intellectual property matter of significance.

4. Your code and content

What we do with your content

When you upload files or paste content for analysis:

• Your content is transmitted directly from your browser to an AI analysis service for processing.
• Patent PreCheck's servers do not store, log, or retain your source code or file contents.
• Only your analysis score and breakdown are returned and displayed to you.
• Your content is not used to train any AI model.

The Chrome extension

The Patent PreCheck Chrome extension reads AI conversation content from supported websites (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc.) to provide real-time scoring. This content is processed locally in your browser and stored in Chrome's local storage on your device. It is not transmitted to Patent PreCheck servers.

Your ownership

You retain full ownership of all content you upload or analyze. Patent PreCheck claims no rights, licenses, or ownership over your source code, documents, or ideas.

5. Upload receipt and timestamps

The upload receipt generated by Patent PreCheck — including the SHA-256 hash and timestamp — is produced entirely in your browser. Patent PreCheck does not retain a copy of your receipt. The receipt is your independent record.

While an upload receipt can serve as evidence that you possessed a particular file at a particular time, Patent PreCheck makes no warranty that courts or patent offices will accept it as such. Consult an attorney if you need legally admissible evidence of prior possession or conception.

6. Government filing fees

Patent PreCheck fees cover the use of our software tools only. Government filing fees charged by the U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, or any other government agency are entirely separate and are your responsibility. Current government fees:

• Copyright registration (online/basic): approximately $65
• Provisional patent application (small entity): approximately $320
• Non-provisional patent application: varies significantly

These fees are subject to change. Always verify current fees at copyright.gov and uspto.gov.

7. Subscriptions and payments

Paid plans (Pro and Filing) are billed through Stripe. By subscribing, you authorize us to charge your payment method on the billing cycle you select. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled.

Filing fees ($29/filing) include 30 days of Pro access and apply to a single filing session. They are non-refundable once the analysis has been completed.

Monthly and annual Pro subscriptions may be canceled at any time. Access continues through the end of the paid period. We do not offer refunds for partial periods.

8. Interactive Code Review Sessions

The Interactive Code Review is a one-time, paid service. Each purchase opens a 30-day active Session Window that begins at the time of purchase.

Within the Session Window

During the 30-day window, you may:

• Answer the interview questions presented in the session
• Resume your in-progress session at any time via the email link we send you
• Finalize the session, which locks your component scores and aggregate score

After the Session Window ends

Once the 30-day window expires, the text of your answers and other session content is permanently deleted. Your component scores, aggregate score, and completion status are retained as part of your customer record.

Refunds

The Interactive Code Review fee is non-refundable, except in cases of significant service unavailability that prevent you from completing the session.

Not legal advice

Patent PreCheck is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. The questions, answers, scores, and any other content produced in an Interactive Code Review session are informational only. They should not substitute for advice from a licensed patent attorney, and you should consult a licensed patent attorney before filing any patent application.

9. Prohibited uses

You may not use Patent PreCheck to:

• File false or fraudulent applications with any government agency
• Claim ownership of work that is not yours
• Reverse engineer, scrape, or extract data from Patent PreCheck's systems
• Violate any applicable law or third-party rights
• Interfere with or disrupt the Patent PreCheck service

10. Disclaimers

Patent PreCheck is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that:

• The service will be uninterrupted or error-free
• Any score or analysis will be accurate or complete
• Filing guidance will result in a successful application
• The service will meet your specific requirements

11. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Patent PreCheck's total liability for any claim arising from your use of the service is limited to the amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages of any kind.

12. Intellectual property

Patent PreCheck, the Patent PreCheck Score, and the AI Patentability Algorithm are original works of authorship. The Patent PreCheck extension and website are protected by copyright. You may not copy, reproduce, modify, or distribute Patent PreCheck's software, design, or content without written permission.

13. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Arizona, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Maricopa County, Arizona.

14. Contact

Questions about these Terms:
legal@patentprecheck.com
Patent PreCheck
Scottsdale, AZ 85254