Computer-implemented method and system for enabling network communication using sponsored chat links
US11070498B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 30, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 20, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L67/02
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A computer-implemented method and system for enabling network communication using common search queries and sponsored chat links is disclosed. Various embodiments relate to a computer-implemented system and method for receiving a sponsored concept from a sponsoring company, receiving a search query from a user, determining if the sponsored concept and the user search query fit within match criteria, generating for the user, if the sponsored concept and the user search query fit within match criteria, a link enabling the user to initiate a private conversation between the user and an agent of the sponsoring company, the link being a user interface element that can be activated by the user, the private conversation being accessible only to the user and the agent of the sponsoring company, and initiating a private conversation between the user and the agent of the sponsoring company upon activation of the link.
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