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Trademark Policy

Sync-in® is a registered trademark.

All rights not expressly granted under this policy are reserved.

Definitions​

  • Logo: Any graphical representation of the Sync-in® word or figurative trademark.
  • Visual Identity: Color palettes, fonts, icons, and other elements of the official brand guidelines.

Authorized Use under AGPL​

Use of the Sync-in name, logo, and visual identity is authorized solely in connection with the distribution, modification, or redistribution of the version of the software licensed under the AGPL v3, including forks, provided that all terms of that license are strictly and fully complied with.

This authorization:

  • does not grant any right of partnership, affiliation, or official endorsement,
  • must not create any confusion as to the origin of the software,
  • and does not constitute a transfer or general trademark license beyond what is strictly necessary under the AGPL v3.

This limitation applies without prejudice to uses permitted by law, including nominative, descriptive, or critical uses as set out below.

Commercial Use, SaaS, or Closed-Source Use​

Use of the Sync-in trademark, in any capacity, including but not limited to advertising, promotion, marketing, or the sale of commercial services related to Sync-in — including without limitation support services, hosting, development services, or the provision of software as a service (SaaS or equivalent) — is strictly prohibited without a prior written trademark license or partnership agreement.

Without prior written authorization, the following are specifically prohibited:

  • use of the trademark in a commercial offering,
  • use of the trademark to identify or promote a SaaS or equivalent service,
  • use of the trademark in connection with closed-source software,
  • registration or use of domain names, company names, or product names incorporating the Sync-in trademark.

Nominative use of the Sync-in® trademark is permitted where strictly necessary for descriptive, informational, critical, comparative, educational, journalistic, or interoperability purposes, in accordance with applicable law, including French and European Union trademark law.

Such use must be fair, proportionate, and consistent with honest commercial practices. It must not create confusion regarding origin, sponsorship, or endorsement by Sync-in, nor harm the distinctiveness or reputation of the trademark.

In jurisdictions recognizing the concept of “fair use” or equivalent doctrines, such uses may also be permitted within the limits established by applicable law.

Unauthorized Use​

Any unauthorized use may constitute trademark infringement and may result in civil liability and, where applicable, criminal penalties under relevant law.

Registrations​

  • France: 3953100 (November 12, 2012)
  • France: 5084547 / 5170642 (September 24, 2024)