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Rebranding Resend. Same commitment. New look.

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So why a new visual identity? Our first logo was made in five minutes, and consisted of: 1. Opening a Figma file 2. Picking a font (Aeonik) 3. Writing the word "Resend"

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But we've grown a lot since then. • 0 → 500k users • 0 → 1B+ emails sent • 3 → 23 team members We needed a new look-and-feel to reflect our current state and the future we're building.

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And that's why we're unveiling a new visual identity today.

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The symbol is one of the clearest expressions of our brand. Up until now, we've used the untreated "R" of "Resend" as a symbol, but neither gave it special attention nor detailed its meaning. Now, we're rethinking what the "R" truly represents.

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Let's break down the symbol into its components.

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First, it reflects removing all friction. A smooth, uninterrupted path that mirrors the experience of using Resend. Easy to start, easy to integrate, easy to send.

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Second, it conveys speed. A dynamic form that suggests movement and progress. The product is fast, and the symbol moves with it.

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Third, it stands for intention. A mark inspired by the act of sending. Built for developers who value clarity, precision, and tools that stay out of the way.

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Together, these ideas come through in a single stroke. Bold, minimal, and purposeful. Just like Resend.

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Communication is more than bytes. It's about real-life connections. This is why we will continue to double down on the concept of physicality with 3D forms, real-world materials, and textures to translate a digital product into something solid, trustworthy, and built to last.

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Another important aspect of the new visual identity is the wordmark. We decided to replace the traditional "R" with the symbol.

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Each individual letter was carefully designed to match the symbol.

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We’re already envisioning the brand refresh in swag and other physical products.

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What about the product? We're not just updating the logo.svg file, and calling it a day. We're also updating the product to match the new visual identity. Many UI elements were redesigned based on physical materials.

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Entry points like the authentication pages were also retouched to match the new visual identity.

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These individual component updates, alongside the new colors and typography, make the dashboard feel more distinct and elevated.

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When it comes to typography, we wanted to be bold. Unlike many tech products, we settled on a serif typeface for our headline font.

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Resend is dark mode first. While we launched with a pure black & white palette, we wanted to reflect more natural colors to fit the rebrand. Now, we're introducing gradients and gray tones to add a premium touch and texture.

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Getting to this final version was a long journey, and it wouldn't be possible without @giyahiro and @zehf. People often joke that rebranding is like therapy, but for companies. You have to go through a lot of emotions and discussions before you find the right direction.

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A special thanks to all the designers and artists who helped us get here: • • • •

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As a bonus, we're also releasing a set of 24 wallpapers for you to use on your desktop.

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Thank you for building all of this with us. Check the full story here:

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