Badge & Visual Identity
Version 1.0.0 | Published: June 28, 2026
1. Objective
To provide a standardized visual signal that communicates a document's or site's compliance with the Living Knowledge Protocol. The badge serves as a trust anchor for human readers.
2. The Official Badge
The official LKP badge is a visual representation of the "Living Knowledge" concept, featuring the LKP logo and the current compliance level.
2.1 Usage Requirements
- The badge MUST only be displayed on pages that meet at least Level 1 compliance.
- The badge MUST link directly to the site's
charterorimplementationpage. - The badge SHOULD be placed in a prominent location (e.g., Hero section or Footer).
2.2 Visual Specifications
| Format | SVG (Preferred), PNG, or WebP |
|---|---|
| Aspect Ratio | Square (1:1) or Rectangular |
| Primary Color | #22c55e (LKP Green) |
| Minimum Size | 32px x 32px (Icon) |
3. Compliance Signaling
Standard Badge
Used for general compliance and site-wide implementation.
Level-Specific
Indicates the specific level of implementation (Level 1 to 4).
Status Badge
Indicates the current state of the document (e.g., "Living", "Verified").
4. Brand Guidelines
The LKP logo MUST NOT be altered, rotated, or recolored in a way that obscures its meaning. The typography used in conjunction with the badge SHOULD be a clean, modern sans-serif.
5. Official Assets
Official assets are available in the root directory or /downloads/:
/logo.svg/Living-Knowledge-Protocol-LKP-icon-1150.webp/assets/badges/lkp-l{1-4}-{light|dark}.png
Knowledge is progressing. The Real remains.