Modular Trademark, Branding, and Attribution Policy

Last Updated: November 13, 2024

This policy outlines the permitted use of Modular’s trademarks and branding as part of attribution requirements for Licensees of the MAX® and Mojo® License. By using Modular's trademarks or other branding elements, Licensees agree to comply with this policy and the applicable Modular terms and conditions.

1)  Definitions

  • Modular Trademarks: This includes all trademarks, logos, and service marks owned or licensed by Modular, including but not limited to "MAX," "Mojo," the Modular logo, and any other marks designated by Modular.
  • Branding Elements: This encompasses visual, design, or other elements such as logos, colors, fonts, and trade dress associated with Modular and its products or services.
  • Licensee: Any individual or entity authorized under the MAX and Mojo License to use Modular’s products, services, or associated branding.

2)  Approved Trademarks and Logos
Licensees may use the following Modular trademarks and logos in connection with the MAX and Mojo License, subject to the terms of this policy:‍‍

Logos:

Word Marks:

3)  Permissible Use of Trademarks and Branding

  • Non-Exclusive License: Licensees are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable right to use the approved Modular trademarks and logos solely in connection with promoting or using Modular’s licensed products, specifically those covered under the MAX® and Mojo® License, and in accordance with the terms herein.
  • Consistency: Licensees must ensure that any use of Modular’s trademarks or branding is consistent with the branding guidelines provided by Modular as provided in this policy.

4)  Attribution Requirements

  • Proper Attribution: Licensees must include the following attribution in any product documentation, marketing materials, advertisements, or public-facing communications that reference or feature Modular’s products:
    • “MAX® and Mojo® are trademarks of Modular, Inc. used under license.”
  • Placement: Attribution must be clearly visible and not obscured by other visual elements. The preferred location is at the bottom of marketing materials, in documentation footnotes, or in credits.

5)  Use in Libraries, tools, packages, domain names social media

  • Libraries, tools and packages: Use of Modular trademarks in libraries, tools and packages should comply with this policy. Licensees should not imply that any library, tool or package is operated or endorsed by Modular without prior approval.‍
  • Domain Names: Modular trademarks, including “Modular,” and “MAX,” may not be used as part of any standalone domain name (e.g. .com etc). Use of "Mojo" is permitted but such usage should not imply it is operated or endorsed by Modular without prior approval.
  • Social Media: Use of Modular trademarks in social media usernames, handles, or accounts must comply with this policy. Licensees should not imply that a social media account is operated or endorsed by Modular without prior approval.

6)  Prohibited Use

  • No Ownership Claim: Licensees must not suggest ownership or creation of Modular’s trademarks or branding elements. All rights to Modular’s trademarks remain with Modular, Inc.
  • Disparaging Use: Trademarks must not be used in any manner that could harm the reputation of Modular.
  • Misleading or Confusing Use: Licensees must not use Modular’s branding in ways that could confuse customers or imply a closer relationship or endorsement than what is explicitly allowed under the MAX and Mojo License.

‍7)  Modular Branding Updates
Modular reserves the right to update or modify its trademarks, branding elements, or attribution guidelines at any time. Licensees will be given reasonable notice to comply with any new requirements or changes.

8)  Termination of Use
Modular may revoke a Licensee’s right to use its trademarks and branding at any time, for any reason, including non-compliance with this policy or with the applicable MAX and Mojo license terms. Upon termination, Licensees must immediately cease using all Modular trademarks and branding elements and remove them from all materials.

9)  Enforcement
Modular reserves the right to take legal action for unauthorized or improper use of its trademarks, branding, or failure to comply with the attribution requirements of this policy.

10)  Contact Information
For any questions, clarifications, or to request approval for trademark use, Licensees should contact:
Email: hello@modular.com