Welcome to the latest building block of Molecule’s IP Protocol, Proof of Invention! 

PoI offers a seamless, affordable, and secure way to prove ownership of your innovative ideas. Whether you're an early-stage inventor or part of a decentralized scientific community, PoI provides a timestamped, verifiable proof of creation, empowering you to protect and manage your ideas more efficiently. Here’s how you can get started with PoI.

‍Step 1: Visit Molecule’s Website

Start by heading over to Molecule’s website. Once you're there, look for the 'Create' button on the homepage. Click on it to begin the process of registering your invention and creating your PoI.

This will guide you to the PoI platform where you can securely submit your invention details and generate the unique, timestamped proof linked to your wallet.

Step 2: Login or Connect Your Wallet

To get started with creating your Proof of Invention, you'll need to log in to the platform.

Connect with Web3 Wallet: You can connect with a Web3 wallet like MetaMask. If you don’t already have one, download the MetaMask extension or MetaMask app by following the setup guide.

Log In with email or socials: Alternatively, you can log in using your e-mail address or your Google account.

Step 3: Present Your Invention

Once you’ve logged in, you can securely submit the confidential files that describe your invention. Rest assured, your content remains private, nothing is disclosed during this process.

Step 4: Upload Your Invention Files

Drag and drop your files, or select the files and folders from your device that describe your invention. 

Ideally, add a plain README.md text file to your PoI files. This file is optional, but if you choose to make it publicly visible later, it allows others to understand and reasoning behind your innovation.

After uploading your invention files, click on “Create PoI root” to register you PoI.

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Step 4: Confirm via Your Wallet to Generate PoI

Once your invention files are uploaded, you'll need to confirm the transaction in your wallet to generate the Proof of Invention (PoI). This action links the unique, timestamped cryptographic hash to your wallet, securing your intellectual property with verifiable proof of creation.

Simply approve the request in your wallet to complete the process and finalize the generation of your PoI.

Step 5: Verify Ownership and Access Your PoI

Once your PoI is registered, click on "My Inventions" to access the PoI root and view your registered invention. This is where you can track and manage your PoIs, ensuring your IP is securely stored and easily accessible.

You can easily prove you're the original creator at any point in time by revealing only a portion of your invention. This ensures that your intellectual property remains secure and verifiable without disclosing sensitive details.

You're Ready to Protect Your Invention!

That's it! You've successfully registered and timestamped your PoI, and are ready to verify ownership. By using this innovative onchain solution, you're not only securing your intellectual property with verifiable proof of creation but also taking control of how your innovations are protected. 

Welcome to the future of IP!

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