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Hello,
We have filed a patent application for our invention. Can we already manufacture and sell the product without losing out in terms of protection? What kind of things can and can't we do during that time?
We would like to increase our number of beta testers and gain some traction in the relevant customer group. Of course money is a factor too, we would like to move forward fast without losing to much cash before the product is even officially launched. Thanks for your advice!
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As long as you filed a patent application comprehensively describing your invention you can move on to manufacture and sell your product. Since your application is filed, disclosing it to the public will not compromise your chances of securing a patent.
Having filed the application, you can mark your product with a "patent pending" label, which may deter competitors from copying your idea. You do not, however, have the right to legally prevent others from infringing until your patent is granted.
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