The following trademark brands have been removed from Hook Security's template library and are not authorized for use in customer phishing simulations.
At Hook Security, we prioritize the integrity and effectiveness of our phishing simulation tools, while also respecting the requests and trademarks of external organizations. To maintain these standards, we want to inform our customers about the necessary discontinuation of certain logos and branding in our simulations.
Affected Brands and Institutions: The following brands and institutions are no longer authorized for use in any phishing simulation templates:
- Chick-fil-A
- GoFundMe
- IRS (IRS-related messages)
Why the Change? We have been contacted by these organizations, each requesting that their logos and branding be removed from our training materials. While these templates have been utilized purely for educational purposes to increase phishing awareness, these organizations are addressing ongoing real-world threats involving their trademarks.
What This Means for Your Campaigns: If you currently have any active or upcoming campaigns using templates with branding specified above, please take immediate action to remove or replace these templates. This is crucial to ensure compliance with our updated guidelines and to respect the wishes of these organizations.
Please DO NOT create your own templates using the above company logos or branding.
What Are Your Options? We recommend the following steps:
- Review your current and scheduled campaigns to identify any templates using the affected branding.
- Replace these templates with alternatives that align with your training objectives.
- If you need assistance or suggestions for suitable replacements, our support team is here to help.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in implementing these changes. By complying with these guidelines, you’re helping us maintain a positive relationship with these organizations while continuing to deliver valuable phishing awareness training to your team.
For further assistance or inquiries, please contact our support team at support@hooksecurity.co.