The Java Technology Brand

Java technology is the standard of excellence for the digital experience. For consumers, developers, and IT decision-makers who want their technology to do more, Java technology is the essential ingredient. It enables a more interactive, connected, and entertaining experience. Java technology provides the digital heartbeat for the coolest, most effective technologies in use today and tomorrow.

Read about the History of Java Technology:
» Java Technology: An Early History

Read the Sun Java Branding Guide (PDF)

Use of Java Logos

Sun's Java technology licensees, Java application developers, and enthusiasts can use specifically designed logos if certain conditions are met as listed below. Each logo has its own guidelines for use.

Logos for Individual and 3rd Party Use	Logos for Eligible Products and Technology Licensees	Reserved for Sun Microsystems and Press
Java Get Powered Website and Personal Use Logo	Java Powered Product Logo	Java Standard Logo
Java - Get it Now Website Button	Java Compatible Licensee Logo	Java SMI Logo
Download Java SE/Java EE Website Button	Java Compatible Enterprise Edition Licensee Logo
Duke "Mascot" logos	Java Licensee Logo
Java User Group Website Button

More information can be found at the following websites:
» Sun Marketing Resource Center - Logo Information
» Sun Trademark and Logo Usage Requirements
» Java Brand Site

Logos for Individuals and Third Party Developers

Java Get Powered Logo
Java Get Powered

USE THIS TO:
Express your enthusiasm and support for the excitement Java technology brings to your every day world. Spread the word that cell phones, the Mars Rover, automobiles, kiosks in shopping malls, desktop computers and printers, medical devices, and even some trips to outer space all in part stand on the shoulders of Java technology -- and you can too.

USE THIS ON:
Please read the guidelines that are downloaded with the logo for specific requirements related to the use of this logo. In general however, some places you can use this include:

In your weblog to show you're talking about Java technology
As a stand-alone icon on your website that links to www.java.com
On ancillary Trade Show signage and limited T-shirt runs for booth staff
For internal presentations and research papers
In general marketing collateral suggesting support for Java technology
As your personal tattoo, skate/snowboard sticker, or car bumper sticker.

Please note, this logo is expressly *not* for use on products or marketing materials dedicated to specific products. It also does not indicate any certification of products or services by Sun Microsystems, Inc.

TO APPLY:
Access to the online version of this logo is on java.com.

Get Java Software
Request Button
The Java - Get It Now! button was designed for you to host on your website and give your visitors a free and easy way to get the latest version of Sun's Java software. The button is used as a link to www.java.com, Sun's cool consumer site for Java technology.

Java EE Download button
Request Button
Host the Java EE JDK button on your website and give your visitors a free and easy way link to the latest version of Sun's Java Platform, Enterprise Edition Development Kit (Java EE JDK).

Java SE Download button
Request Button
The Java SE download button was designed for you to place on your website and give your visitors a free and easy way to link to the download page for Sun's Java Platform Standard Edition Development Kit. (Java SE JDK).

GET DUKE!
Duke has been Open Sourced!
Host the Duke Trademark on your website and get people exploring Java ^TM technology everyday, everywhere. You'll tip them off to hot new sightings, and introduce them to products and services that are using Java technology today -- maybe even yours!.

Java User Group button
Request Button
The Java User Group button has been created for local user groups around the world to show their support of Java technology and to use as a link from their website to Sun's Java User Group website.

The Powered Logo for Eligible Products and Applications

Java Powered

Use this to
Make your products stand out in a crowd! Add the brand to your eligible products and their packaging, and send the message that your products leverage Java technology. Tell consumers they can expect an exciting, enriched experience.

Use this if
You have successfully completed the Testing Criteria in one of the programs below, or qualify based on your Java Technology Commercial License.

Applications using Compatible Java SE 1.4.x runtime environments
Developers marketing an application that uses current desktop Java software, specifically the Java SE 1.4.x (or higher) compatible Java runtime environment, can apply to use the Java Powered logo by joining the Sun Partner Advantage program (free) and registering their application. Register as a Sun Partner Advantage Program partner (free) and get the Java Powered logo

Java Verified program
The Java Verified Program outlines Testing Criteria to test, certify, and market Java ME applications. Find out more about the Java Verified Program.

Java Technology Licensees:
If you are a Java ME or Java Card ^tm licensee, you should be eligible to use the Java Powered logo according to the terms and conditions stated in the Trademark License Agreement in your contract. If you need assistance or more information, please contact javalogo@sun.com or your licensee support representative.

Logos for Licensees

The following logos area available for licensees to use on their products:

Who have developed a Product incorporating Java technology.
Who have signed a commercial license with Sun.
Who have entered into an appropriate Trademark Agreement with Sun.
Whose licensed Product complies with the corresponding compatibility requirements including applicable test suites available from Sun.
Who have submitted their product for self certification to one of Sun's authorized testing houses.

Licensing the Java Technology

If you are interested in becoming a commercial Java Licensee please contact a Sun Software Sales office or call US 1-800-555-9SUN from the United States and Canada. From other countries, please dial +1-650-960-1300.

Java Compatible Logo
Learn more
The Java Compatible logo was designed for Sun's Java technology licensees using the Java programming language source code to integrate Java Platform, Standard Edition (Java SE) technology into their commercial products.

Java Compatible, Enterprise Edition Logo
Learn more
The Java Compatible, Enterprise Edition logo was designed for Sun's Java technology licensees using the Java programming language source code to integrate Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE) technology into their commercial products.

Java Powered Logo
If you are a Java ME or Java Card licensee, you should be eligible to use the Java Powered logo according to the terms and conditions stated in the Trademark License Agreement in your contract. If you need assistance or more information, please contact javalogo@sun.com or your licensee support representative.

Java Licensee Logo
Learn more
The Java Licensee Logo is reserved for Java Licensees to distinguish themselves in the marketplace. The usage of this logo can be applied to a variety of media, such as websites, marketing material, trade show material and collateral.

Logos for Sun Microsystems, Inc. Use Only

Java Technology Logo
The Java Steaming Coffee Cup (the official Java technology logo) and the Java, Sun Microsystems, Inc. logo are logos that are reserved for Sun Microsystems, Inc. use ONLY.

The Java logo are trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. and cannot be reproduced on product packaging, marketing materials, web pages, or other media.

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