EPO Open Patent Services (OPS)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the EPO Open Patent Services (OPS) API free to use?

EPO Open Patent Services (OPS) offers a free tier. You can call most basic endpoints without entering payment details; for high-volume usage you can switch to a paid plan from the provider.

How do I authenticate calls to the EPO Open Patent Services (OPS) API?

EPO Open Patent Services (OPS) uses an API key to sign requests. You obtain a key from the provider's developer portal and include it with every request.

Is EPO Open Patent Services (OPS) suitable for use in Türkiye?

EPO Open Patent Services (OPS) is not Türkiye-specific; it is used as a global API.

Is EPO Open Patent Services (OPS) an official API?

EPO Open Patent Services (OPS) is the official API published by the provider. Endpoints and the data contract are supported by the provider.