WO2019144883A1

WO2019144883A1 - Electronic postage stamp and use method therefor

Info

Publication number: WO2019144883A1
Application number: PCT/CN2019/072816
Authority: WO
Inventors: 霍哲
Original assignee: 霍哲
Priority date: 2018-01-25
Filing date: 2019-01-23
Publication date: 2019-08-01
Also published as: CN108768818A; CN108768818B

Abstract

Disclosed in the present invention is an electronic postage stamp, being used in association with an electronic communication letter, the electronic communication letter comprising a communication letter state parameter, and the electronic postage stamp having: a grade; an electronic postage stamp usage state parameter, the parameter value of the electronic postage stamp usage state parameter showing the different usage states of the electronic postage stamp; and a unique code; by means of the unique code of the postage stamp, the electronic postage stamp usage state parameter can be acquired and the communication letter state parameter of the electronic communication letter can also be acquired; when the communication letter state parameter of the electronic communication letter changes, the electronic postage stamp usage state parameter of the electronic postage stamp also changes correspondingly.

Description

Electronic stamps and methods of use thereof

Technical field

The present invention relates to the field of communications, and more particularly to communication techniques for transmitting electronic communication messages over telecommunications networks, the Internet, and the like.

Background technique

The traditional mail is a postal-mediated communication method. The order of mail delivery includes receiving, sorting and sealing, transportation and delivery. The way of receiving and receiving is mainly to set up the mailbox, the letter box and receive it directly at the post office's business window. Sorting and marshalling separates the mail by location, and then seals the sorted mail into a mail package for shipping. Transportation is to transport the mail package to the destination via the prescribed postal route. Undeliverable messages are generally returned to the sender.

In the information age, the Internet-mediated communication method has been fully developed, especially the use of e-mail, short message, and instant messaging application messages has gradually gained popularity. E-mail, short message, and instant messaging application messages are communication methods that use electronic means to provide information exchange. It is the most widely used service on the Internet and other telecommunication networks. Through the network's email, short message, instant messaging application messaging system, users can contact network users in any corner of the world in a very fast way at very low prices. These emails, short messages, instant messaging application messages It can include various contents such as text, images, and sounds.

technical problem

However, whether it is a traditional mail or e-mail, short message, instant messaging application message, it can only satisfy people's basic communication needs, that is, deliver the content sent by the user to the area that the target object can receive. However, this kind of communication is still not reliable. The specific expression is whether the target object reads the content of the communication and cannot be guaranteed. What is important is that the purpose of communication, such as the appeal reflected in the mail and the message, can be responded or satisfied. It cannot be guaranteed, and more importantly, it cannot guarantee the direct response of the target object to the content of the mail and the sender of the mail.

Technical solution

In response to the above problems, the present invention provides an electronic stamp for use in association with an electronic communication letter containing a communication mail status parameter, the electronic stamp having:

grade;

The electronic stamp uses a status parameter, and the parameter value of the electronic stamp using the status parameter indicates different usage states of the electronic stamp;

a unique code by which the electronic stamp usage status parameter is obtained and the communication mail status parameter of the electronic communication message is obtained by the unique encoding of the electronic stamp,

When the communication mail status parameter of the electronic communication message is changed, the electronic stamp use status parameter of the electronic stamp can also be changed accordingly.

The parameter values of the electronic stamp use status parameter include "unused" in the initial state, "waiting" with the mail sending status, "used" in which the recipient has completed the response status, and the electronic stamp use status The parameter value of the parameter can be changed between "unused", "waiting", "used" according to the change of the communication letter state parameter, when the parameter value of the electronic stamp use status parameter indicates "unused" The electronic stamp can be used in association with an electronic communication letter.

Wherein the change in the communication message status parameter of the electronic communication message is transmitted in the electronic communication message, the electronic communication message is opened, the attachment of the electronic communication message is downloaded, and the recipient communicates with the electronic communication message Occurs when a custom response is made and the electronic communication message is returned,

Wherein the communication message status parameter is changed to cause the parameter value of the electronic stamp usage status parameter to return to "unused" of the initial status when the electronic communication message is not effectively received by the recipient in accordance with an instruction.

An electronic stamp according to an aspect of the invention, wherein the instructions include "must open", "must download", "required".

Each electronic stamp of the present disclosure enjoys a "value-preserving service" and no "wasted ticket". If the recipient does not receive the e-mail effectively according to the instructions, that is, if the instructions are not executed in accordance with the instructions of “must open”, “must download”, “must reply”, etc., the electronic stamp of the electronic stamp used uses the parameters of the status parameter. The value returns "unused" in the original state. The electronic stamp with the status "Unused" can be used again.

An electronic stamp in accordance with an aspect of the invention, wherein the electronic communication message comprises an email, a short message, an instant messaging application message.

An electronic stamp according to an aspect of the invention, wherein the unique code is in the form of a barcode or a two-dimensional code.

An electronic stamp according to an aspect of the invention, wherein the electronic stamp is displayed as a picture having "mission must", and the electronic stamp has a price corresponding to its rating on the picture, and prompts the recipient to the mail The recipient's response is defined by the recipient's share of the corresponding price of the electronic stamp.

The invention also proposes a method of communicating using electronic stamps, comprising:

Issue different levels of electronic stamps;

The electronic stamp is used in association with the electronic communication letter when transmitting an electronic communication message,

Wherein the electronic communication message includes a communication letter status parameter, and the electronic stamp has a unique code and an electronic stamp use status parameter, wherein the parameter value of the electronic stamp use status parameter indicates a different usage status of the electronic stamp,

The sender of the electronic communication message obtains the electronic stamp usage status parameter of the electronic stamp by the unique encoding of the electronic stamp and obtains the communication letter of the electronic communication mail using the electronic stamp State parameter,

Wherein the communication message status parameter is changed when the electronic communication message is not effectively received by the recipient, such that the parameter value of the electronic stamp usage status parameter is returned to the "unused" state of the initial state, ie, There is no "tired ticket" for stamps.

A method of communicating using an electronic stamp in accordance with an aspect of the present invention, wherein the instructions include "must open", "must download", "required".

A method of communicating using an electronic stamp in accordance with an aspect of the present invention, wherein the electronic communication letter comprises an email, a short message, an instant messaging application message.

A method of communicating using an electronic stamp in accordance with an aspect of the invention, wherein the unique encoding takes the form of a barcode or a two-dimensional code.

A method of communicating using an electronic stamp in accordance with an aspect of the present invention, wherein the electronic stamp is displayed as a picture having a "mission must", and the electronic stamp has a price corresponding to its rating on the picture, and prompts receipt The recipient's response to the message is defined by the recipient's share of the corresponding price of the electronic stamp.

Beneficial effect

By using the value-protected electronic stamp of the present invention, if the communication letter is not delivered, the instruction is not completed, or the valid reply is not obtained, it can be used again (for example, the replaceable recipient). And the communication letter is bound to the electronic stamp, and the state of the electronic stamp can be changed according to the state of the communication letter. The status of the electronic stamp (to determine if an electronic stamp is available) and the status of the associated communication letter (to determine if the mail was received, etc.) can be determined based on the electronic stamp code.

The barcode and QR code of the electronic stamp can be used to check the validity and authenticity of the electronic stamp and the status of the associated communication letter.

The use of electronic stamps has defined the response behavior of the target object and is reflected to varying degrees in the return to the target object.

DRAWINGS

A more complete understanding of the present invention can be obtained by the following detailed description of the invention. In the figure:

Figure 1 shows a schematic view of an electronic stamp in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention;

2 shows a flow chart for purchasing an electronic stamp in accordance with another embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 3 shows a flow chart for using an electronic stamp in accordance with another embodiment of the present invention.

Embodiments of the invention

Figure 1 shows an electronic stamp in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention. The electronic stamp shown is a commercial red gold electronic stamp. The electronic stamp is marked with the words "mission must be reached" and the instruction "receiver download" is indicated. Upon completion of the order, the recipient will receive, for example, a 10% share of the face value of the electronic stamp. Electronic stamps also have an electronic stamp number and a two-dimensional code for use by the sender.

In one embodiment of the invention, the issuer of the electronic stamp invites the target object to join a particular organization to become a member and issue an electronic stamp. Members of this particular organization respect the right to electronic stamps and agree to give different responses depending on the level of the electronic stamp when receiving an electronic communication letter with electronic stamps issued by the organization. After responding, the particular organization gives a corresponding return to the member, such as a 10% share of the face value of the electronic stamp.

2 shows a flow chart for purchasing an electronic stamp in accordance with another embodiment of the present invention. Consumers can register as members of the “Hua Shang Portal” and purchase electronic stamps through websites and other channels.

FIG. 3 shows a flow chart for using an electronic stamp in accordance with another embodiment of the present invention. Electronic stamp users can select and contact target members based on their needs. For example, a user can choose to use an electronic stamp from "My Stamps" and then send an email. If the docking fails, the electronic stamp is returned to the member's account and the electronic stamp can be used again. If the docking is successful, the status of the electronic stamp becomes "used".

Electronic stamps can be files in a specific format and can have eye-catching file icons. As an example, the central area of the icon of the electronic stamp is the text with its service slogan, such as "mission must". Electronic stamps can have different levels, which can be distinguished by the pattern of their document icons or, in particular, the amount directly indicated on the pattern. For example, electronic stamps can be divided into platinum electronic stamps, red gold electronic stamps and Zijin electronic stamps, the amount of which is 80 yuan, 800 yuan and 8,000 yuan. Different amounts of electronic stamps represent different services. For example, a Platinum electronic stamp indicates that if the e-mail is sent using the e-mail, the recipient responds with a “must open” command on the platinum e-stamp and will open the e-mail; the red gold e-post indicates that if If the electronic stamp sends an electronic communication letter, the addressee will respond according to the instruction “must download” on the red gold electronic stamp and will certainly download the electronic communication letter; the Zijin electronic stamp indicates that if the electronic stamp is used to send the electronic communication letter, the receipt will be received. The believer will respond in depth according to the instructions on the Zijin electronic stamps, and will respond to the electronic communication letter. The above instructions are all indicated on the electronic stamp. Electronic stamps can also include business and social electronic stamps as well as commercial and social versions of private custom electronic stamps. The content of the services provided for different electronic stamps will be stipulated by the electronic stamp service terms set by the issuer of the electronic stamps. The issuer has the right to update and modify it.

In addition, the issuer will respect and protect the privacy of all members, and the response of different electronic stamps follows the “Privacy Regulations”. Only the use of Zijin electronic stamps will direct the recipient to contact the sender directly.

As an example, the organization is named "Leader Member." Members of the "Leader Membership" are invited by the "HuaShang Portal" to join the conference and do not need to pay. After becoming a member of the “Hua Shang Portal”, “Hua Shang Portal” assigns the member a unique membership number and opens a member’s private account.

Members must comply with the Electronic Stamps Terms of Service. For example, if Mr. A is invited to become a member, if Fan X purchases a red gold electronic stamp and attaches the red gold electronic stamp to the electronic communication letter sent to Mr. A, the letter requests A to reply to the communication letter and give an electronic poster. image. If the e-mail service terms specify that a letter with a red gold electronic stamp must satisfy such a request, A must download the communication letter and have the opportunity to reply to the communication letter and attach an electronic poster. In return, the issuer of the electronic stamp transferred a portion of the payment made by the fan X to the red gold electronic stamp to Mr. A's private account.

For another example, if Mr. B is invited to become a member, if Mr. B receives a letter from the entrepreneur Y with a purple gold electronic stamp, the letter asks Mr. B to reply to the communication letter and the business attached to Y in the letter. Plan to provide comments. If the e-mail service terms specify that a letter with a Zijin electronic stamp must satisfy such a request, B must reply to the communication letter and comment on the attached content. In return, the issuer of the electronic stamps transfers part of the payment made by the entrepreneur Y to the Zijin electronic stamp to Mr. B’s private account or, at the request of Mr. B, a donation to a charity in the name of Mr. B. .

When the customer sends an electronic communication letter with the above electronic stamp, the system will automatically detect to ensure that the electronic communication letter is a communication letter that does not contain any hazardous properties. The hazards here may involve multiple aspects, for example, the communication letter may contain a virus, or the content of the communication letter is threatening. Therefore, automatic detection can include scanning and anti-virus using anti-virus software, as well as keyword scanning or manual troubleshooting to eliminate these threats.

After passing the automatic detection, the system encrypts the electronic communication letter according to the password of the target recipient of the electronic communication letter, and the encrypted electronic communication letter can be decrypted only by the password. The encrypted electronic communication message is stored in an electronic communication mail server, the background program attaches a unique number to the electronic stamp, and then the system will include the address of the electronic communication mail in the electronic communication mail server and the unique numbered electronic communication The letter is sent to the recipient of the electronic communication letter.

The electronic communication letter received by the recipient is not the original electronic communication letter sent directly by the customer, but a notification communication message containing the unique number and the address link of the original electronic communication mail in the electronic communication mail server. By notifying the address link in the communication letter, the recipient can access the electronic communication mail server, and then log in to the system for viewing, according to the unique number in the notification communication letter and the registration password of the recipient in the electronic communication mail system. Download and reply to the original electronic communication letter.

A communication letter status parameter is inserted in each electronic communication letter for the server to track each electronic communication letter. Starting from the opening of the electronic communication letter by the receiver, the server traces the communication message according to the status parameter of the automatic return communication letter and saves it in the database. Each state can be displayed to the sender for detailed knowledge, so the sender can quickly and accurately understand the status of each communication letter.

The parameter values of the electronic stamp use status parameter include the "unused" of the initial status, the "waiting" that has been sent with the mail, the "used" that the recipient has completed the response status, and the parameter value of the electronic stamp using the status parameter can The transition between "unused", "waiting", and "used" according to the change of the communication mail status parameter. When the parameter value of the electronic stamp use status parameter indicates "unused", the electronic stamp can be electronically communicated with the mail Used in association. That is, if the recipient does not respond effectively, the status returns to the "unused" state, that is, the electronic stamp does not have a "funded ticket."

The change of the communication mail status parameter of the electronic communication mail occurs when the electronic communication mail is sent, the electronic communication mail is opened, the attachment of the electronic communication mail is downloaded, the receiving party makes a customized reply to the electronic communication mail, and the electronic communication mail is returned.

The electronic stamp of the present invention has a recyclable function, that is, has a value keeping function. The electronic stamp can be used again if the communication letter is not delivered or is not validly received. When used again, the sender can also change the recipient. And the communication letter is bound to the electronic stamp, and the status of the electronic stamp will change according to the status of the communication letter. The sender can determine the electronic stamp status information and the status information of the associated communication letter by the encoding of the electronic stamp, thereby being able to determine whether the electronic stamp is available and can determine whether the mail is received or the like.

While the preferred embodiment of the present invention has been described in the drawings and the foregoing detailed description, it is understood that the invention is not limited to the specifically disclosed embodiments, and without departing from the scope of the claims There are a variety of modifications and variations.

Claims

An electronic stamp for use in association with an electronic communication letter containing a communication mail status parameter, the electronic stamp having:

grade;

The electronic stamp uses a status parameter, and the parameter value of the electronic stamp using the status parameter indicates different usage states of the electronic stamp;

a unique code by which the electronic stamp usage status parameter is obtained and the communication mail status parameter of the electronic communication message is obtained by the unique encoding of the electronic stamp,

When the communication mail status parameter of the electronic communication message is changed, the electronic stamp use status parameter of the electronic stamp can also be changed accordingly.

The parameter values of the electronic stamp use status parameter include "unused" in the initial state, "waiting" with the mail sending status, "used" in which the recipient has completed the response status, and the electronic stamp use status The parameter value of the parameter can be changed between "unused", "waiting", "used" according to the change of the communication letter state parameter, when the parameter value of the electronic stamp use status parameter indicates "unused" The electronic stamp can be used in association with an electronic communication letter.

Wherein the change in the communication message status parameter of the electronic communication message is transmitted in the electronic communication message, the electronic communication message is opened, the attachment of the electronic communication message is downloaded, and the recipient communicates with the electronic communication message Occurs when a custom response is made and the electronic communication message is returned,

Wherein the communication message status parameter is changed to cause the parameter value of the electronic stamp usage status parameter to return to "unused" of the initial status when the electronic communication message is not effectively received by the recipient in accordance with an instruction.
The electronic stamp of claim 1 wherein said instructions comprise "must open", "must download", "requested".
The electronic stamp of claim 1 wherein said electronic communication message comprises an email, a short message, an instant messaging application message.
The electronic stamp of claim 1 wherein said unique code is in the form of a barcode or a two-dimensional code.
The electronic stamp of any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the electronic stamp is displayed as a picture having "mission must", and the electronic stamp has a price corresponding to its rating on the picture, and The recipient's share of the corresponding price of the electronic stamp as determined by the recipient's response to the message.
A method of communicating using electronic stamps, including:

Issue different levels of electronic stamps;

The electronic stamp is used in association with the electronic communication letter when transmitting an electronic communication message,

Wherein the electronic communication message includes a communication letter status parameter, and the electronic stamp has a unique code and an electronic stamp use status parameter, wherein the parameter value of the electronic stamp use status parameter indicates a different usage status of the electronic stamp,

When the communication mail status parameter of the electronic communication message is changed, the electronic stamp use status parameter of the electronic stamp can also be changed accordingly.

The sender of the electronic communication message obtains the electronic stamp usage status parameter of the electronic stamp by the unique encoding of the electronic stamp and obtains the communication letter of the electronic communication mail using the electronic stamp State parameter,

The parameter values of the electronic stamp use status parameter include "unused" in the initial state, "waiting" with the mail sending status, "used" in which the recipient has completed the response status, and the electronic stamp use status The parameter value of the parameter can be changed between "unused", "waiting", "used" according to the change of the communication letter state parameter, when the parameter value of the electronic stamp use status parameter indicates "unused" The electronic stamp can be used in association with an electronic communication letter.

Wherein the change in the communication message status parameter of the electronic communication message is transmitted in the electronic communication message, the electronic communication message is opened, the attachment of the electronic communication message is downloaded, and the recipient communicates with the electronic communication message Occurs when a custom response is made and the electronic communication message is returned,

Wherein the communication message status parameter is changed to cause the parameter value of the electronic stamp usage status parameter to return to "unused" of the initial status when the electronic communication message is not effectively received by the recipient in accordance with an instruction.
A method of communicating using an electronic stamp as claimed in claim 6 wherein said instructions comprise "must open", "must download", "requested".
A method of communicating using an electronic stamp as claimed in claim 6 wherein said electronic communication means comprises an email, a short message, an instant messaging application message.
A method of communicating using an electronic stamp as claimed in claim 6 wherein said unique encoding is in the form of a barcode or a two-dimensional code.
A method of communicating using an electronic stamp as claimed in any one of claims 6 to 9, wherein the electronic stamp is displayed as a picture having "mission must" and the electronic stamp has a rating on the picture The corresponding price, and the recipient's share of the corresponding price of the electronic stamp, as defined by the recipient's response to the message.