Alter Logo License For Free

Because a copyright holder holds exclusive rights to create derivative works, you can't modify a copyrighted logo without violating copyright laws by creating an unauthorized duplication. In some cases, the new work may be significantly different from the original enough to be considered a new work.

A person or company should never use a trademark or logo without written permission from its owner.Trying to replace a company's logo with your own goes against the company's written policy and is never allowed without a written agreement.

According to internet lore, if you change 30% of a copyrighted work, it is no longer infringement and you can use it however you want.

Essentially, you just need to make a logo that is different enough that people don't see it and instantly think it's stolen from the existing logo. It's said that it can't have a "substantial similarity" to the existing logo.

If you find yourself wanting to use some or all of a company or organization's logo and you don't own the company or organization, you will need to get a letter with written consent from the registered owner saying that you have their permission to use the logo in question in your design.

You may be tempted to alter someone else's logo for use in your own business, but you should consider a few things before doing so. The possibility of getting sued over copyright infringement for altering someone's logo is real, but the determination of what constitutes infringement is not always easily determined.

How to Edit a LogoOpen your logo image file in MS Paint.Click on "Color 1" in your Colors group to select a new color for your logo.Click on "Resize" in the Home tab to change the size dimensions of your logo.Click on the "Select" tool in the Home tab to crop the image.More items...