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Logo Usage Policy

Rules for the proper use of GCAI marks, logos, and references to GCAI.

Document Type

Public Policy

Version

1.0

Effective Date

1 May 2026

Owned By

Director

Review Cycle

Annual
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This policy establishes the rules for the use of GCAI marks, logos, and references. It ensures consistent, accurate, and trustworthy representation of certification status to the public.

Purpose

Establish the rules for the use of GCAI marks, logos and claims.

Scope

Applies to all certified clients, subcontractors, licensees, and any third parties
using GCAI marks or making reference to certification.

Permitted Use

Certified clients may use GCAI marks and claims only in accordance
with this policy and the Certification Claim Guidelines.

Prohibited Use

Any misleading, unauthorized, or improper use of GCAI marks or
claims is strictly prohibited and may result in suspension or withdrawal.

Monitoring & Enforcement

Non-compliance may lead to corrective action, public notification, suspension,
or withdrawal of certification.

Need Help?

If you are unsure how to use the GCAI or IAS marks, or need approval for a specific use, our team is here to help.

operations@gcaicert.com

+91 99868 77136

www.gcaicert.com

GCAI Certified Clients

Approved and Not Approved Logo Combinations

These guidelines define the correct use of GCAI, IAS, IAF and ISO logos by certified clients on websites and other communications.
  • APPROVED COMBINATIONS
  • Allowed
GCAI Mark can be used independently by certified clients.
  • Allowed
The IAS Accreditation Symbol may be used together with the GCAI Mark.
IAS must always appear with the GCAI mark, never independently.
  • NOT APPROVED FOR CERTIFIED CLIENTS
  • Not allowed
IAS must always be accompanied by the GCAI Mark.
  • Not allowed
Certified clients are not authorized users of the IAF MLA Mark.
  • Not allowed
It omits the certification body that issued the certification.
  • Not allowed
IAF cannot be independently added to a certified-client mark.
  • Not allowed
The IAF MLA Mark is not passed down to certified organizations.
  • Not allowed
The official ISO logo is not a certification mark and must not be used by certification bodies or certified clients without ISO authorization.

For GCAI (the certification body): GCAI may use the official IAS/IAF MLA Combined Mark only with a separate sublicense agreement from IAS, using the exact authorized artwork, and only for communications related to GCAI's accredited scope.

  • Where Can the Mark Be Used?

Website

Brochures & Marketing Materials

Presentations

Business Cards

Email Signatures

Letterheads & Stationery

Annual Reports

Social Media Posts

Press Releases

Signage, Banners & Advertising

Use only in relation to the certified legal entity and within the certified scope and sites.
The standard (ISO/IEC 27001:2022) must be clearly stated.
The mark must remain legible, unchanged and in the approved form.
  • Where the Mark Must NOT Be Used

On Products

Product Labels

Product Packaging

Software Screens (Indicating certification)

Lab Test Reports

Calibration Certificates

Inspection Reports

Certificates of Analysis

Outside Certified Scope or Sites

After Suspension, Withdrawal or Expiry

Do not imply product, service or software certification.
Do not use in any misleading or ambiguous manner.
Do not use the ISO logo. It is prohibited.
  • Correct Claims (Examples)
  • Our Information Security Management System is certified by GCAI to ISO/IEC 27001:2022
  • ABC Technologies Private Limited is certified to ISO/IEC 27001:2022 for the scope stated in Certificate No. GCAI-ISMS-XXXXXXX."
  • View our certification scope and status at www.gcaicert.com/verify.
  • Incorrect Claims (Examples)
  • ISO-certified company.
  • ISO-approved products / services.
  • IAS-certified organization.
  • Our entire global business is ISO certified.(Only specific entities/sites may be certified)
  • ISO/IEC 27001 compliant. (Can imply certification)

Certified Scope and Legal Entity

  • Use the mark only for the legal entity named on the certificate.
  • Use the mark only for the certified scope of activities and services.
  • Do not imply certification for locations or activities that are not certified.

Artwork & Representation Requirements

  • Use only official artwork provided by GCAI.
  • Do not stretch, distort, re-colour or modify.
  • Maintain clear space, roportion andlegibility.
  • Do not combine the IAS symbol independently.
  • Minimum size and resolution must be maintained.

When Certification Changes

  • Active
    Use marks as per these guidelines.
  • Scope Reduced
    Update all materials to reflect the revised certified scope.
  • Suspended
    Stop using the mark and any promotion of certification immediately.
  • Withdrawn / Expired
    Remove all marks and certification claims from all materials.

Monitoring & Enforcement

  • Misuse identified
  • Client informed
  • Correction requested
  • Corrective action reviewed
  • Mark usage restricted / suspended
  • Certification suspended / withdrawn if required
  • Public notification or legal action in serious cases
  • Permitted Use
  • Use the GCAI logo on websites and marketing materials that refer to your certified scope.
  • State your certification status accurately and clearly.
  • Reproduce the logo only in approved colors and formats.
  • Link to your valid certificate or verification page.
  • Prohibited Use
  • Use the logo in a misleading or deceptive way.
  • Suggest GCAI endorses products or services.
  • Modify the logo, colors, or proportions.
  • Use the logo after suspension, expiration, or withdrawal.

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