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Meshtastic, and Meshtastic logo ("Meshtastic Logo"), either separately or in combination, are hereinafter referred to as "Meshtastic Trademarks" and are trademarks of the Geeksville Industries LLC. Except as provided in these guidelines, you may not use the Meshtastic Trademarks or any confusingly similar mark as a trademark for your product, or use the Meshtastic Trademarks in any other manner that might cause confusion in the marketplace, including but not limited to in advertising, on websites, or on software. In fact, the law obligates trademark owners to police their marks and prevent the use of confusingly similar names by third parties. If you have questions about this policy, please contact the Trademark Supervisor by enquiring at [trademark@meshtastic.org](mailto:trademark@meshtastic.org).
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# Usage That Does Not Require Written Permission
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Below are the guidelines for use of the Meshtastic Trademarks where, as long as you are in compliance with the guidelines, no advance written permission is necessary. In all cases, use is permitted only provided that:
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* the use is not disparaging to Meshtastic or software distributed by Meshtastic.
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* the use does not imply sponsorship or endorsement by Meshtastic.
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* proper trademark symbols are used in connection with the Meshtastic Trademarks and the trademark attribution statement must appear as explained in Proper Trademark Use
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* the Logo Usage Guidelines are strictly observed
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- the use is not disparaging to Meshtastic or software distributed by Meshtastic.
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- the use does not imply sponsorship or endorsement by Meshtastic.
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- proper trademark symbols are used in connection with the Meshtastic Trademarks and the trademark attribution statement must appear as explained in Proper Trademark Use
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- the Logo Usage Guidelines are strictly observed
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## Noncommercial and community web sites
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In the past, community members have inquired whether it is permissible to show support for Meshtastic by:
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* displaying a link to the Meshtastic website using the Meshtastic Trademarks from a business web site
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* displaying the Meshtastic Trademarks as part of a business that utilizes Meshtastic software
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- displaying a link to the Meshtastic website using the Meshtastic Trademarks from a business web site
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- displaying the Meshtastic Trademarks as part of a business that utilizes Meshtastic software
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The guidelines relating to such usage are set forth in this section.
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It is permissible to use the Meshtastic Trademarks on business web sites, provided that:
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* the web site has non-Meshtastic primary branding
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* the design logo hyperlinks to the Meshtastic website, [http://meshtastic.org/](http://meshtastic.org/)
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* the use does not imply sponsorship or endorsement by Meshtastic
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* the use of the Meshtastic Trademarks does not imply an association with nor any form of endorsement by Meshtastic
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* proper trademark symbols are used in connection with the Meshtastic Trademarks and the trademark attribution statement must appear as explained in Proper Trademark Use
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* the Logo Usage Guidelines are strictly observed
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* the site does not use visual styling that could be confusing to viewers or visitors as to whether the site is hosted by or on behalf of Meshtastic
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* A copy of the use of the Meshtastic Trademarks is provided to the Trademark Supervisor within seven (7) days of its initial use, for example by sending a URL or other copy of such use
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- the web site has non-Meshtastic primary branding
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- the design logo hyperlinks to the Meshtastic website, [http://meshtastic.org/](http://meshtastic.org/)
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- the use does not imply sponsorship or endorsement by Meshtastic
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- the use of the Meshtastic Trademarks does not imply an association with nor any form of endorsement by Meshtastic
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- proper trademark symbols are used in connection with the Meshtastic Trademarks and the trademark attribution statement must appear as explained in Proper Trademark Use
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- the Logo Usage Guidelines are strictly observed
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- the site does not use visual styling that could be confusing to viewers or visitors as to whether the site is hosted by or on behalf of Meshtastic
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- A copy of the use of the Meshtastic Trademarks is provided to the Trademark Supervisor within seven (7) days of its initial use, for example by sending a URL or other copy of such use
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## Promotional events
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It is permissible to use the Meshtastic Trademarks in such promotional events, provided that:
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* the use does not imply sponsorship or endorsement by Meshtastic
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* the use of the Meshtastic Trademarks does not imply an association with or endorsement of the event of the goods distributed at such event
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* proper trademark symbols are used in connection with the Meshtastic Trademarks and the trademark attribution statement must appear as explained in Proper Trademark Use
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* the Logo Usage Guidelines are strictly observed
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* A copy of the use of the Meshtastic Trademarks is provided to the Trademark Supervisor within seven (7) days of its initial use, for example by sending a URL or other copy of such use
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- the use does not imply sponsorship or endorsement by Meshtastic
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- the use of the Meshtastic Trademarks does not imply an association with or endorsement of the event of the goods distributed at such event
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- proper trademark symbols are used in connection with the Meshtastic Trademarks and the trademark attribution statement must appear as explained in Proper Trademark Use
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- the Logo Usage Guidelines are strictly observed
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- A copy of the use of the Meshtastic Trademarks is provided to the Trademark Supervisor within seven (7) days of its initial use, for example by sending a URL or other copy of such use
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If you would like to make some non-software goods to give away or sell at the event and don't already have a license to do so, see Non-software goods.
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It is permissible to use the Meshtastic Trademarks in the title and content of a publication, provided that:
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* the use is clearly in reference to the Meshtastic* the use does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of the publication by Meshtastic
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* proper trademark symbols are used in connection with the Meshtastic Trademarks and the trademark attribution statement must appear as explained in Proper Trademark Use
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* the Logo Usage Guidelines are strictly observed
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* A copy of the use of the Meshtastic Trademarks is provided to the Trademark Supervisor within seven (7) days of its initial use, for example by sending a URL or other copy of such use
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- the use is clearly in reference to the Meshtastic\* the use does not imply sponsorship or endorsement of the publication by Meshtastic
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- proper trademark symbols are used in connection with the Meshtastic Trademarks and the trademark attribution statement must appear as explained in Proper Trademark Use
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- the Logo Usage Guidelines are strictly observed
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- A copy of the use of the Meshtastic Trademarks is provided to the Trademark Supervisor within seven (7) days of its initial use, for example by sending a URL or other copy of such use
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# Usage that Require Prior Written Approval
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The following uses of the Meshtastic Trademarks are not approved under any foreseeable circumstances.
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* Violations of the Logo Usage Guidelines or Trademark Usage Guidelines
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* Any use outside these guidelines not by explicit written permission
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* Except as set forth herein, Meshtastic retains and reserves all rights to the Meshtastic Trademarks and their use, including the right to modify these guidelines.
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- Violations of the Logo Usage Guidelines or Trademark Usage Guidelines
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- Any use outside these guidelines not by explicit written permission
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- Except as set forth herein, Meshtastic retains and reserves all rights to the Meshtastic Trademarks and their use, including the right to modify these guidelines.
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These guidelines (except for trademark licenses executed for non software goods) may be amended from time to time at the discretion of Meshtastic and such changes will be effective ten (10) days after the changes are posted. Meshtastic may provide you with notice of such changes, but need not do so. You are responsible for checking this site for any changes.
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## Logo Usage Guidelines
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The Meshtastic logo is a trademark of Geeksville Industries LLC. In order to protect and grow the Meshtastic brand, we have a distinguishable logo. When displaying the Meshtastic logo, please follow our standard Trademark Guidelines. Other sizes and resolutions of the logo, some suitable for print, can be found [here](https://github.com/meshtastic/meshtastic-design).
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The Meshtastic logo is a trademark of Geeksville Industries LLC. In order to protect and grow the Meshtastic brand, we have a distinguishable logo. When displaying the Meshtastic logo, please follow our standard Trademark Guidelines. Other sizes and resolutions of the logo, some suitable for print, can be found [here](https://github.com/meshtastic/design).
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To join the discussion about Meshtastic Trademark policies, and participate in shaping future policy visit the [Meshtastic Discourse](http://meshtastic.discourse.group) or [Meshtastic Discord](https://discord.com/invite/UQJ5QuM7vq).
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