The new One IPO patents service will be launching soon. There are five things you must do now to get ready for the launch of the new service.
1. Check for updates on when the new service is launching
The IPO will announce a launch date 6-8 weeks before the service launches. This is expected to be in early 2026, when central government has completed its assessment to ensure it meets the highest quality standards.
We will announce the launch date on GOV.UK and via social media channels.
2. Get your IPO account set-up for launch
The first step to accessing the new One IPO service is setting up your IPO account. Work is well underway to reach out to the customers who have lots of UK patents to help them do this and make sure they have the right patents linked to their firm's account.
The IPO will then invite a nominated administrator to create an account. The administrator can invite people in your firm to use the service.
Customers who have a smaller number of UK patents (typically, those who own or manage fewer than 200), will be able to create their account through the IPO website when the service launches to the public.
If you think the IPO should have been in touch with your organisation and we haven't, contact
