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Systems and methods for limiting web site access

US6968385B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 4, 2001
Grant dateNov 22, 2005
Priority date
Expiry dateDec 8, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L69/28
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods relate to providing limited temporary access to a web site to visitors who desire to experience all the features provided by this site before becoming a member. The temporary access privileges may be limited by duration, which is counted from the initial access request, or by number of accesses. At the end of the temporary access period, the visitor may be given additional access privileges before being permanently denied access. The user may be identified either by the IP address assigned to the user device or by the user's e-mail address.

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