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Location-based targeting

US8559968B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 11, 2007
Grant dateOct 15, 2013
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Expiry dateApr 10, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04L67/52
  • WIPO fieldDigital communication
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

One embodiment of the present is a method of using location history to optimize communications with perspective customers. Such a method comprises analyzing a user's location history over a period of time; detecting an indication of user interest in sellable items based on at least the location history; and sending a message to the user about a sellable item that is determined to be of interest to the user. Other methods and systems are also provided.

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