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ISO Certification & Logo Usage Guide

Congratulations on achieving ISO certification! This guide outlines where and how the logo may be used to ensure compliance and maintain the integrity of your certification.

This accomplishment reflects your organization's commitment to quality and continuous improvement. As a certified organization, you are permitted to use the ISO certification logo in accordance with strict guidelines. This document outlines where and how the logo may be used to ensure compliance and maintain the integrity of your certification.

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Approved ISO Certification Logos

Your certification body has issued an official ISO certification logo. This mark represents that your organization has implemented and maintains a management system that meets ISO standards. Only use the logo version provided to you — do not create or modify your own.

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Where You May Use the ISO Certification Logo

To protect the credibility of ISO certification, logos may only be used in approved contexts:

A. Business Communications

  • Company website (homepage, certification page, footer)
  • Brochures and marketing materials
  • Email signatures
  • Business cards
  • Letterheads and official documents

B. Promotional & Branding Materials

  • Posters, banners, event displays
  • Product catalogs and flyers
  • Social media content and online ads
  • Press releases and newsletters
  • Corporate videos and presentations

C. Corporate Locations

  • Reception and lobby displays
  • Internal office materials and stationery
  • Company vehicles
  • Employee ID cards and uniforms

Sample Logos

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Company
ISO 14001:2015 Certified Company
ISO 45001:2018 Certified Company
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Prohibited Uses of the ISO Certification Logo

Do not use the ISO certification logo:

  • On products or packaging (ISO certifies management systems, not products)
  • On test, inspection, or calibration reports
  • In a misleading context or outside your certified scope
  • On financial documents or investment communications
  • In political, controversial, or inappropriate contexts
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Proper Logo Usage Guidelines

To preserve the value of your certification and prevent misuse:

  • Do not alter the logo's design, color, or proportions
  • Ensure visibility by avoiding cluttered backgrounds or distortions
  • Use high-resolution files only
  • Maintain brand alignment with your corporate identity
  • Provide sufficient space around the logo

Questions About Logo Usage?

Contact our team if you need further clarification on how to correctly use your ISO certification logo.

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