Can I use another company’s logo on my social media?
Am I allowed to display a logo of a company on my social media if I no longer carry that brand?
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Well, that is a slippery slope and could expose you to litigation if you continue and defy their rescission.
Bottom line: They have expressed their removal of your permission, which should be in writing but could still be proven valid. Consent and withdrawal of consent should be in writing. It’s best not to expose yourself to trademark infringement matters, as they are extremely expensive to litigate.
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Am I allowed to display a logo of a company on my social media if I no longer carry that brand?
Lexi, Chatbot
I understand your concern. Can you please clarify if you were previously affiliated with the company whose logo you want to display on your social media?
Yes
Lexi, Chatbot
Have you reviewed any agreements or contracts you had with the company regarding the use of their logo after discontinuing your affiliation?
There were no contracts or agreements signed.
Lexi, Chatbot
Is there anything else the lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they’ll be able to help with your logo display issue.
I was certified as an installer for their products, so may I display their logo as advertisement of my certification?
Benjamin
Hello, my name is Benjamin, and I have been a licensed attorney for over 19 years. I look forward to assisting you with your question.
- Did you receive permission from them previously to display their brand logo?
- Are you planning on carrying that brand again in the future?
Yes
I did not receive written permission, but they mailed me their logo products. I do not plan to carry their brand again in the future.
Benjamin
Then in general terms, so long as your permission to display their trademarked brand has not been rescinded, you can still display their brand. Only upon severance of your affiliation and the rescission of their consent will you be prohibited.
They have verbally rescinded but not in writing.
Does the rescind need to be in writing or can it be verbal?
Benjamin
Well, that is a slippery slope and could expose you to litigation if you continue and defy their rescission.
Bottom line: They have expressed their removal of your permission, which should be in writing but could still be proven valid. Consent and withdrawal of consent should be in writing. It’s best not to expose yourself to trademark infringement matters, as they are extremely expensive to litigate.
What if it was old social media posts that were made when I was affiliated? Do I need to go back and edit or delete photos of my business with their logos in the background?
Benjamin
No, that usage was done under your previous agreement in which you had permission.
If that is the case, if I had a sign hung up under the previous agreement, why do I need to remove it now?
Benjamin
Because that sign is not time or date-stamped and does not have the specific appearance of a continuous and ongoing relationship.
Got it.
Benjamin
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