For individuals
Protect your ideas worldwide, in a single click. Get stuff done. Secure it in minutes.
Protecting groundbreaking ideas
It becomes more and more difficult for individuals to assert their rights to their work - we get it! That's why we've created a web app that lets you protect what you make, forever.
Bernstein is a simple web-app that gives everyone fast and affordable access to the most powerful public registry: the Bitcoin blockchain. In only a few minutes, upload and certify any idea or knowledge to secure your rights as the original owner, without ever disclosing them to anyone.
Blockchain certificates are valid worldwide, are increasingly recognized by courts, and include official national timestamps depending on your plan.
Bernstein at a glance
Simple
No legal knowledge required. All you need is a browser. Drag & drop interface.
Affordable
No lawyer required. Start in minutes. Valid forever.
Powerful
Unlimited storage. Globally valid. Protect any digital file.
What you can protect
Bernstein works for any digital file or creative work.
... and much more
Any digital asset can be certified on Bernstein - from creative work and research notes to contracts, databases, and confidential documentation. If it exists as a file, it can be protected.
Benefits of using Bernstein
Don't let anyone prevent you from using your ideas
Big firms and patent trolls might have more financial resources and more lawyers than you, but if you can prove your rights over your ideas, the millions they spent in filing and legal fees will be worthless against you.
Peace of mind for those challenging the status-quo
Move forward knowing we've got your back: whatever you're working on is secured. One less concern means more focus on what really matters to you.
Share and exchange ideas without worries
Ideas want to be shared. Get out there and spread the word, find collaborators & synergies, gather feedback and criticism. But always make clear that this is your idea and deter unfair behavior by marking it as registered.
Empowered to self-reliance but not left alone
Benefit from direct access to the expertise of our partners across the globe for additional services: from contract templates to legal kits, guidance and advisory - as well as IP insurance packages - at affordable and predictable rates.