AI Patent & IP Assistant for Early-Stage Founders
Protect your innovations from day one. CofounderCraft's AI helps you draft patent applications, analyze prior art, and develop IP strategies — all before you talk to a lawyer.
Important Legal Disclaimer
CofounderCraft serves as a drafting assistant, not a lawyer. Our AI helps you organize your ideas and prepare preliminary patent materials. Always consult with a qualified patent attorney before filing any patent application.
Utility vs Design Patents
Utility Patents
Protect how your invention works and what it does.
- • Covers functional innovations
- • Protection lasts 20 years
- • More comprehensive protection
- • Examples: Software algorithms, mechanical devices, chemical formulas
Design Patents
Protect how your invention looks and its appearance.
- • Covers ornamental design
- • Protection lasts 15 years
- • Easier and cheaper to obtain
- • Examples: Product shapes, UI designs, packaging
Why Founders Should Think About IP Early
Many founders wait until they have a working product to think about patents. But by then, you may have already:
- ✗Publicly disclosed your invention (making it unpatentable in many countries)
- ✗Lost competitive advantage to competitors who file first
- ✗Made it harder to attract investors who want IP protection
The best time to start your IP strategy is during the idea phase — before you build, before you launch, and before anyone else files first.
How CofounderCraft AI Helps
Draft Patent Claims
Generate structured patent claims with AI assistance. Our tool helps you articulate your invention's novel features in proper patent language.
Analyze Prior Art
Search existing patents and publications to assess novelty. Identify potential conflicts and opportunities for differentiation.
Generate Technical Drawings
Create patent-ready technical illustrations and diagrams. AI helps you visualize your invention with proper labeling and annotations.
Build IP Strategy
Develop a comprehensive IP protection strategy. Understand when to file provisionals, when to go international, and how to maximize protection.
Protect your innovation today
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