Requirements for all websites
All McGill websites and applications must follow McGill's Digital Standards. Failure to comply with the Digital Standards can lead to human rights issues, legal action, and damage to McGill's reputation. The University may also initiate disciplinary or corrective procedures if we see that a site is non-compliant.
The Digital Standards summarize the expected minimums and best practices in the domains of:
- Usability and data-driven decision making
- Accessibility and inclusivity
- Taking a thorough approach and managing content responsibly
- Data security
- Performance and continuous improvement
Requirements for using the McGill brand
The easiest way to achieve compliance and benefit from McGill branding is by using a centrally-supported platform like the WMS. Many units are eligible for this. Learn more about which platform to choose and how to get started.
There are several ways to use the McGill brand on a custom or licensed platform:
- Logo use in content only
- Partial or shared branding
- Full branding (independent)
- Full branding (centrally supported)
Contact the Digital Communications team to determine the right level of branding for your project and learn about related resources and responsibilities.