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System and method for initiating transactions on a mobile device

US9596237B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 13, 2011
Grant dateMar 14, 2017
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Expiry dateDec 13, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH04W60/00
  • WIPO fieldIT methods for management
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Systems and methods are provided for providing a more seamless purchasing experience using a mobile device. The mobile device acquires data, such a barcode image, an image of an object or text, or audio data. A non-limiting example of a barcode is a Quick Response (QR) barcode. The acquired data is then used to obtain a network address of a payment website or webpage, which allows a user to make a purchase for a given product or service. The mobile device then launches the payment website or webpage. A user can enter into the mobile device, through the payment website or webpage, a supplemental ID used for authenticating the transaction.

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