Our symbol Our symbol starts the doing Using the in -product icon In-product, our brand symbol has been adapted slightly to fit smoothly with nearby icons. This design may only be used as the Start button within Windows itself. It should never be used outside of the taskbar. Using the brand symbol on its own In general, the Windows symbol should not be separated from the Windows logo . 6 Brand symbol exceptions Some exceptions do exist for using the brand symbol on its own when the context is clearly branded as Windows :  The Windows symbol may be used when referring directly to the Start button (e.g., in tutorial content) related to the OS and physical keyboard shortcuts.  It may be used in small -space executions , such as a list of tech specs or a social media profile picture, provided the name “Windows” is in direct proximity to the symbol.  It may be used when Windows is called out next to other platforms (e.g., macOS or Android) being compatible with a product, provided the name “Windows” is in direct proximity to the symbol. More complete compatibility information still needs to be provided in plain text. Brand symbol In-product icon