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Can I use Ubuntu logo in my Ubuntu derivate?

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I am creating a Linux distribution based on Ubuntu - Easybuntu. I recolored the Ubuntu logo -> Can I use it? Is it violating Canonical license or not? Thanks.

P.S. My English is not very good, it isn't my native language, but i wrote it in English because many people speaks English..

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Sébastien Corriveau (sebcor-deactivatedaccount) said : 		#1

You can read the Ubuntu trademark policy at: http://www.ubuntu.com/aboutus/trademarkpolicy

At the end of the trademark policy, you will see this "Logo Usage Guidelines":

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Our logos are presented in multiple colours and it is important that their visual integrity be maintained. It is therefore preferable that the logos only be used in their standard form but if you should feel the need to alter them in any way you should keep the following guidelines in mind. It should also be borne in mind that the more you wish to vary our logos from their standard form the smaller is the chance that we will be able to approve your proposed use.

    * If presented in multiple colours, the logo should only use the “official” logo colours.
    * You may use transparency and gradient/depth tools but should retain the “official” colours.
    * A monochrome version may be acceptable in certain situations, if the use requires it (e.g. desktop backgrounds).
    * Any scaling must retain the original proportions of the logo.
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In case you still have a doubt, you should ask your question at: <email address hidden>

Hope that helps,
Sebastien.

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