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TIPO API vs USPTO API

Two free Patent APIs compared on access, reliability and developer ratings, using data from our daily health checks.

The verdict

  • Choose TIPO API if its data fits your use case better; on access and reliability it's level with USPTO API.
  • Choose USPTO API if you want to start without an API key.

Side by side

TIPO APIUSPTO API
What it doesTaiwan patent search system api.Explore data and statistics on patents and trademarks.
Providertiponet.tipo.gov.twUSPTO
API keyRequiredNot needed
HTTPSYesYes
CORS (browser calls)UnknownUnknown
Status todayOnline · 1835 msOnline · 1300 ms
Uptime (30 days)UpUp
Developer ratingNot rated yetNot rated yet
PriceFree / free tierFree / free tier

About each API

USPTO logoUSPTO API

Explore data and statistics on patents and trademarks.

Explore data and statistics on patents and trademarks.

Strengths

  • No API key needed
  • HTTPS

Ratings, reviews and FAQ →

How to choose between them

  • Prototyping or a tutorial? Pick the one that needs no API key.
  • Calling from a web page? You need CORS. Otherwise route requests through your own server or a serverless function.
  • Going to production? Favour HTTPS, a strong uptime record and a provider with clear rate limits and terms. Check each API's docs before you commit.
  • Still unsure? Both are free to try: send one request to each and compare the data you get back.

TIPO vs USPTO FAQ

Which needs an API key, TIPO API or USPTO API?

TIPO API requires an API key; USPTO API doesn't, so USPTO API is quicker to try.

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