STOPfakes.gov

Summary

STOPfakes.gov is a federal intellectual-property information hub for American businesses. It is useful reference material but creates no distinctive Utah capacity, program, or outcome, so its page is inert in a Utah impact ranking.

Who It's For

U.S. companies—especially SMEs—preparing to commercialize innovations, expand internationally, or defend IP against counterfeiting. Relevant across industries when export or brand protection is part of the growth plan.

What It Provides

IPR basics, business guides, country-specific IPR resources, webinars, and referral paths to federal agencies involved in IP protection. The homepage also publishes timely alerts (for example, guides on reporting suspected counterfeits tied to major events).

How To Use It

Start with the official website, then confirm current programs before recommending.

• Official website · https://www.stopfakes.gov/welcome
• Email: stopfakes@trade.gov
• Startup State listing: https://startup.utah.gov/business-resource/stopfakes-gov/

Cost / Eligibility

Public federal guidance site; no application fee. Actual patent/trademark filings and legal enforcement carry their own government and professional costs through USPTO and counsel.

Best Fits

Utah founders planning international sales who need a structured starting point on IP registration and anti-counterfeiting strategy before hiring specialists.

Less useful as a substitute for patent counsel, export logistics, or domestic-only businesses with no IP concerns.

Evidence

• Startup State Resource Filter
• Startup State Resource List source note · https://startup.utah.gov/resources/
• Official website · https://www.stopfakes.gov/

Open Questions

• Which STOPfakes guides are most current for software and consumer-product exporters?
• How should Utah founders pair STOPfakes resources with local SBDC or law-firm referrals?