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Brand Guidelines Document Template

A document layout to define logo use, color schemes, fonts, and tone of voice.

Brand Guidelines

Purpose: This document outlines the standards and best practices for using and representing the {brandName} brand. It includes rules for logo usage, color palettes, typography, and brand voice to ensure consistency across all channels and materials.

1. Logo Usage

The logo is the most visible representation of the {brandName} brand. Use it consistently and correctly.

Approved Logos

{#approvedLogos}

  • {logoType}: {description}File: {fileName}

{/approvedLogos}

Clear Space and Minimum Size

Logo clear space and minimum size requirements help maintain legibility and visual impact.

  • Clear space: {logoClearSpace}
  • Minimum size: {logoMinSize}

Incorrect Usage

Do not distort, recolor, or add effects to the logo. Refer to the do-not-use guide below:

{#incorrectUsage}

  • {example}: {reason}

{/incorrectUsage}

2. Color Palette

These are the core colors that make up the {brandName} identity.

Name HEX RGB CMYK Usage
{#colors}{colorName}{hex}{rgb}{cmyk}{usage}{/colors}

3. Typography

Fonts play a critical role in communicating the brand’s tone and professionalism.

Primary Typeface

{primaryFont} — used for titles, headings, and main content.

Secondary Typeface

{secondaryFont} — used for accents and highlights.

{#fontUsageNotes}

  • {noteTitle}: {noteDetail}

{/fontUsageNotes}

4. Tone of Voice

The voice of the {brandName} brand should be consistent across all written communication.

Core Tone Attributes

{#toneAttributes}

  • {attribute}: {definition}

{/toneAttributes}

Do's and Don'ts

Do Don't
{#toneExamples}{do}{dont}{/toneExamples}

5. Imagery Guidelines

Select visuals that reflect the {brandName} values and resonate with the audience.

Photography Style

{photoStyle} — Describe characteristics such as lighting, composition, and subjects.

Image Usage Examples

{#imageExamples}

  • {imageTitle}: {imageDescription}

{/imageExamples}

6. Contact & Rights

For questions or permission requests regarding brand usage, contact {brandContactPerson} at {brandContactEmail}.

© {brandName} – All rights reserved.

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Use Cases

Automate Brand Guidelines Using Forms

collect brand identity details from clients to generate brand guidelines
create brand guideline documents from designer-submitted style inputs via form
gather marketing team preferences to auto-generate brand style guide
allow agencies to submit logo and color scheme details for guideline creation
generate standardized brand guidelines from web form input for new products

Generate Brand Guidelines Using APIs

generate brand guidelines via API after logo and color upload in CMS
auto-create brand guideline PDF when new brand is added to design system
use API to populate brand fonts and voice into template and export guidelines
trigger brand guideline generation from internal brand registration tool
generate custom brand guidelines in bulk with API for multiple client accounts

Integrations / Automations

create brand guideline documents from Airtable brand database using Zapier
automatically generate brand guidelines when a new folder is added in Dropbox
sync Google Sheets brand assets data to generate brand style guides with Make
generate brand style guide PDFs when new Typeform responses are received
auto-produce brand documentation when a project is marked complete in Asana

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