# Trademark Policy

## Ownership

The "sqry" name, the sqry logos (`assets/sqrylogov7b.svg`, `assets/sqrylogov7l.svg`), and
any associated brand assets are trademarks of **Verivus Pty Ltd**. These trademarks are not
licensed under the MIT License or any other open-source license that applies to the sqry
software.

## Permitted Uses

You **may** use the sqry trademarks without prior written permission in the following cases:

- **Referential use**: Referring to the sqry project by name in articles, blog posts,
  documentation, talks, or other commentary (e.g., "Built with sqry" or "Compatible with
  sqry").
- **Unmodified distribution**: Displaying the sqry name and logos when distributing unmodified
  copies of the sqry software, provided it is clear that Verivus Pty Ltd is the origin of the
  software.

## Prohibited Uses

You **may not**, without prior written permission from Verivus Pty Ltd:

- Use the sqry logos or name in a way that suggests endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation
  with Verivus Pty Ltd.
- Use the sqry logos or name as part of your own product name, service name, domain name,
  or social media account name.
- Modify, distort, or alter the sqry logos in any way, including changing colours,
  proportions, or combining them with other graphics.
- Use the sqry trademarks in any manner that is misleading, defamatory, or otherwise
  objectionable.
- Sell, distribute, or give away merchandise bearing the sqry trademarks.

## Modified Versions

If you distribute a modified version of sqry, you **must** remove all sqry logos and must not
use the "sqry" name in a way that implies your modified version is the official sqry software.
You may state that your software is "based on sqry" or "derived from sqry" for descriptive
purposes.

## Logo Files

The following files in this repository are trademarked assets:

| File                       | Description       |
| -------------------------- | ----------------- |
| `assets/sqrylogov7b.svg`  | sqry logo (dark)  |
| `assets/sqrylogov7l.svg`  | sqry logo (light) |

## Contact

For trademark usage requests or questions, contact Verivus Pty Ltd at:
**hello@sqry.dev**
