Technical requirements Requirements to be met by the IT infrastructure For online filing of an IP application, a special software is necessary, which we provide to you free of charge. For installation, your IT infrastructure (hardware, software) should meet the…
Digital signature Electronic signature The German Patent and Trade Mark Office (DPMA) accepts electronic IP applications. The request has to bear a qualified electronic signature of the applicant so that the sender can be clearly authenticated. For the search of…
Virtual Mail Office Open description Description Close Virtual Post Office Encryption certificate Security plays an important role when communicating with the DPMA. The threats are manifold - regardless of whether these are hackers, viruses or Trojan horses. Aspects…
DPMA direktPro Further topics Submissions Technical and formal requirements Technical descriptions Program Download Data Protection Questions on DPMAdirektPro DPMA direktPro allows you to file a legally effective IP application online and submit electronic documents…
Questions on DPMA direktPro Frequently asked questions on DPMA direktPro Here you will find a selection of answers to frequently asked questions on technical, legal and organisational topics relating to DPMA direktPro . If you have any further questions, please send…
The DPMA warns against misleading payment requests Further topics List of companies Other companies Fraudulent payment requests by email are circulating again – do not make any hasty payments! (23.02.2026) Please be aware that fraudulent payment requests are…
European Patents European patents, Unitary Patents and Unitary Patent Court In addition to the national patent system, there has also been a European patent system since the 1970s. This system provides for two protection options. One is the European patent, which…
Apply for Patents Further topics Tips for your patent application Describing the invention clearly and precisely What you should know in advance: the patent system is a very large and complex legal field. Therefore, it can be of benefit to appoint a patent attorney…
Current Statistical Data for Trade Marks At a glance 2024 2025 Changes in % Applications (national and international) 80.376 96.328 + 19,8 National trade marks Applications 77.224 93.291 + 20,8 Concluded registration procedures 74.913 82.542 + 10,2 - with…