Avalonia® Trademark Guidelines

The Avalonia trademark is owned by AvaloniaUI OÜ.

These guidelines help our community use the Avalonia trademark properly while maintaining the integrity and reputation of our brand.

Trademark Registrations

"Avalonia" is a registered trademark of AvaloniaUI OÜ in multiple jurisdictions:

• United States: Reg. No. 7419382 (registered June 18, 2024)

• European Union: No. 018880316 (registered September 8, 2023)

• China: Reg. No. 72125099 (registered December 7, 2023)

These registrations cover computer software platforms, development tools, and related services in International Classes 9 and 42.

Important Distinction

Company Name: Avalonia UI (or AvaloniaUI OÜ)
FOSS Project Name: Avalonia

This distinction is critical:

• "Avalonia" refers to the open-source UI framework and may be used according to these guidelines

• "Avalonia UI" refers exclusively to our company and may NOT be used without explicit written permission

Purpose

These guidelines ensure that:

• Users can clearly identify official Avalonia products and services

• The community can reference Avalonia without causing confusion

• No confusion exists between community projects and the Avalonia UI company

• The quality and reputation associated with Avalonia is maintained

General Principles

You MAY:

• Use "Avalonia" to accurately refer to the official Avalonia UI framework

• State that your product is "compatible with," "for," or "built using" Avalonia

• Use Avalonia in factual statements about your product's relationship with our framework

• Include Avalonia in educational content, articles, and tutorials

• Reference "Avalonia UI" only when specifically discussing the company

You MAY NOT:

• Use "Avalonia UI" or "AvaloniaUI" in any product, package, or service name

• Imply official endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation with Avalonia UI (the company) without written permission

• Use Avalonia in a way that suggests your product is an official Avalonia product

• Distribute modified versions of Avalonia under the "Avalonia" name

• Use Avalonia or Avalonia UI as part of your company name or brand identity

• Register trademarks that include "Avalonia," "Avalonia UI," or confusingly similar variations

• Create any impression that your product or service is tied to the Avalonia UI company

Naming Your Products and Services

Product Names

Acceptable formats:

• "ProductName for Avalonia"

• "ProductName - Avalonia Edition"

• "ProductName (Avalonia Compatible)"

Unacceptable formats:

• "Avalonia ProductName"

• "ProductName Avalonia"

• "AvaloniaProduct"

Package and Namespace Naming

Acceptable:

• MyCompany.MyPackage.Avalonia

• MyPackage.AvaloniaExtensions

• MyPackage.Avalonia

Unacceptable:

• Avalonia.MyPackage

• AvaloniaUI.MyPackage

• Any format suggesting official namespace ownership

• Any use of "AvaloniaUI" or "Avalonia UI" in namespaces

Domain Names and Social Media

Domain Names

You may not register domain names that:

• Contain "Avalonia" as the primary identifier (e.g., avalonia-something.com)

• Could be confused with official Avalonia domains

• Suggest official affiliation with AvaloniaUI OÜ

Acceptable:

• myblog.com/avalonia-tutorials

Unacceptable:

• avalonia-tutorials.com

Social Media Handles

Similar rules apply to social media usernames and handles. Do not create accounts that could be mistaken for official Avalonia accounts.

Visual Identity and Logo Usage

• The Avalonia logo may only be used with explicit written permission

• Do not modify, distort, or recreate the Avalonia logo

• Do not incorporate the Avalonia logo into your own logo

Proper Trademark Display

First Reference

• Use the ® symbol with the first or most prominent mention: "Avalonia®"

• Include attribution: "Avalonia is a registered trademark of AvaloniaUI OÜ"

Text Usage

• Always write "Avalonia" exactly as shown (capital A, no modifications)

• Do not use as a verb ("Avalonia-ing")

• Do not use as a plural ("Avalonias")

• Do not abbreviate or create acronyms

Modified Versions and Forks

If you create a modified version or fork of Avalonia:

• You must use a different name entirely

• Clearly indicate it's a derivative work

• Include appropriate attribution to the original Avalonia project

• Do not use "Avalonia" in the name of your fork

Commercial Use

For commercial products and services:

• You may state compatibility with Avalonia

• You may not suggest your commercial offering is endorsed by AvaloniaUI OÜ

• Consider reaching out for partnership opportunities if you're building significant commercial tools

Examples of Acceptable Use

• "MyApp is built using the Avalonia UI framework" (describing the technology)

• "Professional themes for Avalonia applications"

• "Learn Avalonia development with our course"

• "MyToolkit.Avalonia - Extensions for Avalonia apps"

• "As mentioned on the Avalonia UI blog..." (referencing the company)

Examples of Unacceptable Use

• "Avalonia Professional Tools" (suggests official product)

• "AvaloniaUI Control McControlface" (uses company name)

• "Avalonia UI Toolkit" (uses company name for a product)

• "AvaloniaUI.ControlMcControlface" (namespace using company name)

• "We are the Avalonia experts" (implies endorsement)

• "Avalonia Plus" (modified version using our name)

• "Official Avalonia UI Partner" (without actual partnership)

• Any use of "Avalonia UI" except when referring to the company itself

Enforcement

We actively monitor trademark usage to protect our community from confusion.

Our approach prioritises amicable resolution while maintaining our right to protect our trademark and reputation.

Our Standard Process

For apparent good-faith violations:

1. We will contact you directly to discuss the issue

2. We provide a minimum of four (4) weeks to resolve the matter amicably

3. We work with you to find a solution that works for everyone

4. Only if we don't hear back or cannot reach a satisfactory resolution within four weeks will we proceed with formal action

Formal actions may include:

• Takedown requests to package repositories or hosting platforms

• Legal action where takedown requests are not applicable

Immediate Action

We reserve the right to skip directly to takedown requests or legal action when we believe:

• The violation is intentionally designed to cause harm

• Users are being deliberately misled or defrauded

• The violation poses immediate risk to our reputation or users

• The infringement appears willful and malicious

In such cases, we will seek immediate injunctive relief and pursue all available legal remedies to protect our trademark and reputation.

Our Commitment

We understand that trademark issues can arise from honest misunderstandings.

We're committed to:

• Assuming good intentions first

• Providing clear guidance on how to resolve issues

• Working collaboratively with community members

• Only escalating when absolutely necessary

Our goal is to protect the Avalonia brand while supporting our vibrant open source community.

Questions and Permissions

For questions about these guidelines or to request special permission for trademark use:

Email: team@avaloniaui.net

Subject Line: "Trademark Usage Request"

Please include:

• Your intended use case

• Mock-ups or examples if applicable