Copilot+ PC Marketing Guidelines 2024
Copilot+ PC Marketing Guidelines 2024
September 2024
Thank you.
1. Introduction
2. Timeline
3. Foundational Requirements
4. Category of Spend
7. X86 Guidance
8. Copilot
Training Target Audience
Copilot+ PC Copilot+ PC QC Naming and Copilot in Guidance on Feature New Loc assets X86 Disclaimers X86 Marketing
Public General Guidance for Windows how to refer to Messaging and released Released Guidance
Announcement Availability Windows 11 AI+ evolves to first mention is Assets Released Released
PCs in China Copilot PWA released
Updated
Jumpstart 2024 Tier 1 – Copilot+ PC
Copilot+ PC
Foundational
Requirements
Unified Goal: OEM to highlight Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs in marketing creatives and [Link].
Contoso OEM XY
Copilot+ PC
Copilot+ PC
Laptops
Desktops
Gaming PCs
Types of Copilot+ PCs: Laptops, desktops, gaming PCs, business laptops, and desktops
China adheres to the same foundational requirements without the use of Copilot+ PC and instead using Windows 11 AI+ PC
Note: The Copilot+ PC Foundational Requirements are effective through December 31, 2024.
Copilot+ PC Device Naming & Wayfinding Guidance Original
Category of
Spend
Marketing Categories of
Objective devices. Non-modern devices can be
Gaming devices following standard
marketed IF Modern & Gaming devices are
requirements
Spend the most prominent within an activity.
- Partners are required to have at least one Spend 70% (Minimum) 30% (Maximum)
Copilot+ PC campaign under both Home & Pro
marketing plan.
Product Windows 11 Windows 11
- Copilot+ PCs should be marketed alone or with
other Copilot+ PCs only. If OEM must market a
Copilot+ PC, Modern, or Gaming on all devices Modern or Gaming as most prominent
Copilot+ PC along with a Windows 11 Modern Device
in the Ad Devices
PC (non Copilot+ PC) in certain activities, the
marketing creative must clearly distinguish
Copilot+ PC: Static/animated Copilot+ PC
which PCs are Copilot+ PC and which are
Wordmark Logo required; Windows 11 Logo
Windows 11 Modern PCs. If both PC types are Windows 11 PCs: Static or Animated
Windows Branding optional*
present, both logos (Copilot+ PC and Windows Windows 11 Logo
Windows 11 PCs: Static or Animated
11) must be shown and clearly highlighted with Windows 11 Logo required
its corresponding devices and the Windows 11
Modern PCs must have the Windows 11 Start WEP screenshot is required if device display
Screen. WEP screenshot is required on a fully is shown. For videos, if display is shown, may
Screenshot Requirement
- If Windows 11 logo not present, some Copilot+ visible device display use static screenshots in lieu of WEP-in-
PC Bloom presence recommended to represent motion.
Windows 11
Applicable WEP Messaging required Optional
Messaging requirement For videos, WEP messaging optional but must Must be clear which feature is being
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Commercial Marketing Activities Requirements
Copilot+ PC
Brand
Guidance
Why?
Class of device refers to a grouping or categorization based on shared characteristics or functionality. These
Naming – Class vs. Category characteristics can include technical specifications, capabilities, intended use, or similar features. In this case we
are referring to Copilot+ PCs. Avoid using “category of devices”
When referring to Copilot+ PCs as a group, refer to them only as a “class of devices”
How?
The required brand marketing guidelines for naming is that the final name appears in device descriptions,
details, tech specs, merchandising (where applicable), etc. OEMs and digital retailers will create web categories,
site filters, etc. for the class of devices, and have the class listed at a high level in certain outbound marketing
executions (for example, introducing a Contoso XYZ, a Copilot+ PC)
The name should appear in device descriptions, details, tech specs, merchandising (where applicable), etc. The
Naming Usage Guidance class of devices is high-level descriptor, separated from the product name.
• Long form: HP Envy 14, a Copilot+ PC
• Headline: Dell XPS 13, Copilot+ PC
DON’T use ‘Copilot, ’Copilot+ PC,’ or the Copilot+ PC wordmark (by itself or in combination with other elements)
on physical product and packaging (including inserts, stickers, Quick Start Guides, etc.).
External packaging of keyboards will use black monochrome Copilot icon; see specific Copilot key guidance.
In writing:
• Singular: Use [name] PC
• Plural: Use [name] PCs – do not include an apostrophe.
For the most up-to-date naming guidance, check out the Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs Launch book.
For full guidance on marketing messaging, please visit Consumer Launchbook and the Commercial Launchbook. Inclusive of headlines and subheads, disclaimers.
When locking it up, always use “Windows 11” and never just “Windows”.
Use PCs when referring to multiple devices, or the entire class of devices.
When utilizing messaging that speaks to speed, such as Fastest, ONLY using this specific type of performance descriptive terms when referring to Copilot+ PCs are a Class or Category. Refrain
from using Fastest when referring to a specific device to avoid claims. Below is an acceptable example that CAN be used:
Primary Wordmark
This is our Primary wordmark. It includes the Copilot icon to drive recall
and recognition. We should use this primary wordmark as one of the
leading elements in our Awareness comms.
For guidance on hierarchy and usage, see slide 114 & 115.
Secondary Wordmark
When the wordmark is not the main focal point of the communication,
the accompany logo should match the size of the wordmark. Both
should be much smaller than the headline or imagery focal point.
Copilot+ PC Bloom
Copilot+ PCs hero Bloom is inspired by the Windows 11 Bloom that we know and
love. It incorporates the Copilot-specific color palette to give it a flair of
differentiation, and to indicate the advanced AI features that you get with these Copilot
PCs.
This default Copilot+ PC Bloom will be used in hero marketing assets from
both Windows and Surface, and OEM partners. This cohesion and integration with
our Copilot+ PC color palette will create a complete Copilot+ PC ecosystem.
Windows 11
• When showcasing Bloom in a large, printed retail • When showcasing Bloom on a device in digital awareness or
environment as a hero image, we can use Bloom without the consideration placements, at minimum, we should be showing
taskbar or Copilot side pane (this is referred to as a taskbar.
‘standalone Bloom’). It must be set on a device.
• In a printed, retail environment, if showing a UI heavy use-case
• You may also use standalone Bloom if Copilot is not (i.e., showing something on screen other than Bloom), it
available in your market. should, at-minimum, have the taskbar.
• Why? As taskbar becomes more fluid with Copilot UI • Why? UI elements (start menu, taskbar or agnostic device)
changes, we want to ensure these large-scale retail significantly increases association with Windows.
environments are always as product accurate as possible.
Proximity is the term used to describe the distance and relationship Minimum clear space
between one logo and another.
Bottom aligned
The partner’s logo always leads—and is placed in the upper left or
lower left corner as shown in the layouts on this page.
The [icon lockup] for flagship offerings should appear 20% smaller The minimum clear space between logos is equal to the width of the
than the partner’s logo (80%). icon.
Opposite corners
Establishing hierarchy
Preferred relative sizing
Windows logo height = partner logo height
The Copilot key will soon be available on all keyboards for users to easily invoke the Copilot
experience.
Please make sure in all renders, photography, and creative experiences, that the Copilot key is on
the keyboard.
While not unique for Copilot+ PCs, this key is the most up-to-date product truth for Windows.
The new hardware key marked with the Copilot icon is called ‘Copilot key.’ Suggestions for referencing Copilot key in hard-to-change places:
DON’T use the name ‘Copilot key’ on hard to change places such as packaging (including inserts,
• Includes a dedicated [icon] key for quick access to [tagline].
stickers, Quick Start Guides, etc.) or OOH activations.
DO use the name ‘Copilot key’ on Web, PDPs, tech specs and all other forms of digital marketing • Press [icon] to access [tagline].
collateral.
• Now includes [icon] key.
You can also use the icon + key to designate Copilot key in hard-to-change places (listed above).
Please always translate ‘key’. Do not translate Copilot.
Taglines in review:
Video Requirements
1. Submit to reviewjs@[Link]: Storyboard and/or video draft and all customized screenshots
Partners must use an approved Primary WEP Screenshot
2. Submit to Ad Check: Final video creative and associated script.
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if a fully-visible display is included in the video.
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Copilot+ PC Creative guidelines
Specific Influencer video requirements 0-15 seconds 16-30 seconds 31-60 seconds 61+ seconds
Notes:
Copilot+ PC Wordmark Logo Required 2 seconds 2 seconds 2 seconds 2 seconds Posts with multiple static shots (ex: carousel of images) within
Feature the Copilot+ PC wordmark logo at any one post, can meet the requirements across the multiple static
time within the video. Influencer can choose images. Stories and videos must each individually meet the
how to showcase (digital, overlayed, in person, guidance listed.
etc.)
Other devices in the influencer video must be Copilot+ PCs. If
Copilot+ PC Features Fully visible device 1 second 2 seconds 2 seconds 2 seconds you have any questions or require creative guidance, please
Include content from Copilot+ PC device static screen of (no audio (opening frame with (opening frame with (opening frame with
submit creative for approval to reviewjs@[Link].
feature mnemonic audio mnemonic) audio mnemonic) audio mnemonic)
walkthroughs, demos, etc. that highlight
required)
Windows Copilot+ PC features. Must not Recommended creative review submission steps for video
market non-Windows features. activities
Product Introduction 1. Submit to reviewjs@[Link]: Storyboard and/or
1. Verbally introduce this new category of PCs and must state “Copilot+ PC” in the introduction.
video draft and all customized screenshots
AND
2. Must also verbally mention the following Copilot+ PC headline: 2. Submit to Ad Check: Final video creative and associated
• “A new AI era begins.” script.
Hashtag - Optional
Add the #CopilotPCs hashtag to the influencer post.
X86 Devices
Rest of World and China
As of September 2024, OEMs may market X86 products that meet the Copilot+ PC minimum hardware requirements but do not have Copilot+ PC experiences yet.* with the Copilot+ PC name and the Copilot+ PC
features. Partners MUST receive approval from Microsoft to market OEM x86 40+ TOPs devices as Copilot+ PCs with Copilot+ PC experiences by following the process outlined below
• For Jumpstart, OEMs MUST receive approval from Zaira and Jumpstart Creative Team (Albert, Felicia, and Patricia). The Jumpstart Creative Team MUST review the assets.
Important Note: While OEMs/Retail Partners can request approval to market x86 as Copilot+ PCs, Microsoft can approve these campaigns BUT does NOT recommend it. If OEMs choose to market x86 40+ TOPs devices
as Copilot+ PCs with or without the Copilot+ PC experiences and receives approval from Microsoft, the following requirements MUST be met
• Copilot+ PC marketing campaigns MUST NOT GTM in markets where there is an embargo
• Based on geography/market, ALL marketing materials, MUST have the proper disclaimers
• Media Buys should be target to ensure marketing is outside of the EEA and embargoed markets, See EEA Markets HERE.
• Any marketing materials that have BOTH x86 40+ TOPs and Qualcomm Copilot+ PCs, must make the distinction by having the disclaimer near ALL x86 40+ TOPs devices.
• In the event, an X86 40+ TOPs devices is marketed with the Copilot+ PC experiences, in addition to the disclaimers in the next slide, the experience specific disclaimer must be included
• For Jumpstart, OEMs MUST receive approval from Zaira and Jumpstart Creative Team (Albert, Felicia, and Patricia).
Important Note: While OEMs/Retail Partners can request approval to market x86 as Copilot+ PCs, Microsoft can approve these campaigns BUT does NOT recommend it. If OEMs choose to market x86
40+ TOPs devices as Copilot+ PCs with or without the Copilot+ PC experiences and receives approval from Microsoft, the following requirements MUST be met:
For reference only - These devices will typically have an Intel Lunar Lake or AMD Strix processor and 40+ TOPs. Please see the Window 11 NextGen licensing terms for details.
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X86 Copilot+ PC Guidance
Rest of World:
Long Form Disclaimer: “Copilot+ PC experiences are coming. Requires free updates available starting late November 2024. Timing varies by device and region. See [Link]/copilotpluspcs”
Short Form Disclaimer: “Copilot+ PC experiences require free updates. See [Link]/copilotpluspcs”
China:
Long Form Disclaimer: Windows 11 AI+ PC experiences are coming. Requires free updates available starting late November 2024. Timing varies by device and region. See [Link]/windows11aipluspcs
Short Form Disclaimer: “Windows 11 AI+ PC experiences require free updates. See [Link]/windows11aipluspcs”
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X86 Copilot+ PC Devices Guidance
Please note: When marketing to China markets, adhere to the same requirements as outlined, substituting ‘Copilot+ PC’ with ‘Windows 11 AI+ PC’, and employ the Rainbow Bloom imagery without the taskbar or opt for the
Chinese localized version devoid of the Copilot icon
Note: The disclosure MUST be made in a clear and conspicuous manner to customers before they acquire the device, including, by way of example only, on ALL Marketing materials and Assets , including but NOT
limited to PDPs on retailer's websites, materials at the point of sale, such as fact tags, banner ads, social posts, video, CRM, and any other marketing assets/campaign.
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X86 Copilot+ PC Devices Guidance
Marketing Campaigns
Note: The disclaimer MUST be made in a clear and conspicuous manner to customers before they acquire the device, including, by way of example only, on ALL Marketing materials and Assets ,
including but NOT limited to PDPs on retailer's websites, materials at the point of sale, such as fact tags, banner ads, social posts, video, CRM, and any other marketing assets/campaign.
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