Professional Badges, Completely Free
Every badge on this page is free to download and use, with no restrictions. The mission behind By Human, Not AI is straightforward: to promote authentic human communication in a world increasingly flooded with AI-generated content. Selling badges would undermine that goal. Instead, we want every professional, writer, creator, and business owner to have access to a clean, recognizable way to signal that their work is genuinely human-made.
Each badge has been designed with care — clean lines, legible text, balanced proportions, and a consistent visual language that works across contexts. They are available in two formats: SVG, which is a vector format that scales to any size without losing quality (ideal for websites and high-resolution displays), and PNG, a raster format with universal compatibility that works seamlessly in email clients, documents, presentations, and forum signatures.
There is no sign-up wall, no email capture form, no premium tier hiding the best designs behind a paywall. Every single badge is available to everyone, right now. Thousands of professionals, writers, creators, and businesses worldwide already use these badges to distinguish their authentic human work from the rising tide of machine-generated content. Download whichever designs suit your needs, use them wherever you like, and help us grow the movement for genuine human communication.
All Available Badges
10 professional designs in 4 badge families. Click SVG or PNG to download, or copy the HTML embed code.
Badge Families Explained
Written by Human, Not AI
The flagship design in the collection. This badge explicitly states that the content was written by a human, not generated by artificial intelligence. It leaves no room for ambiguity — the message is direct and immediately understood by anyone who sees it. Available in both rounded and rectangular variants to fit different layouts and contexts. The rounded version works well on websites and portfolios, while the rectangular variant is optimized for email signatures and inline placements. Best for: email signatures, blog posts, articles, and any context where you want to make a clear, confident statement about human authorship.
100% Written by Human
This design emphasizes the completeness of human authorship. The "100%" framing leaves no doubt — every word, every sentence, every idea came from a real person. It resonates particularly well with audiences who are concerned about partial AI assistance, conveying that the entire piece is authentically human from start to finish. Available in rounded and rectangular formats. Best for: newsletters, publications, manuscripts, journalism, and long-form writing where readers want assurance that the full text is human-crafted.
100% Human Generated
Broader than "written," this badge covers all forms of human content creation — not just text, but designs, illustrations, code, music, and any other creative output. The word "generated" deliberately mirrors the language used for AI content ("AI-generated"), reclaiming it for human creators. Available in versions with and without an icon, and in both rounded and rectangular shapes, giving you the most versatility of any badge family. Best for: websites, portfolios, creative work, general-purpose use, and any situation where the content goes beyond written text.
Made by Human
Focused on craftsmanship and the act of creation, this badge speaks to makers, designers, developers, and artisans. "Made" carries a sense of deliberate effort and skill — something was built, shaped, or crafted by human hands and minds. It pairs naturally with portfolios, product pages, and creative profiles where the emphasis is on the process and care behind the work. Available in rounded and rectangular variants. Best for: portfolio sites, product pages, creative profiles, design showcases, and developer projects.
SVG vs PNG — Which Format?
SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics)
- Looks sharp at any size — perfect for websites and high-DPI screens
- Tiny file size (under 5KB per badge)
- Can be edited with code or vector editors
- Best for: websites, blogs, portfolio sites
PNG (Portable Network Graphics)
- Universal compatibility — works everywhere
- Fixed resolution (designed for standard display sizes)
- Easy to insert into documents and email clients
- Best for: email signatures, PDFs, presentations, forums
Where to Use Your Badge
Email Signature Badges
Add a badge to Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, or Thunderbird to show every email is personally written.
Website & Blog Badges
Embed badges on your website or blog to signal authentic human-written content to every visitor.
Badges for Writers
Show readers your articles, newsletters, and manuscripts are 100% human-written.
Badges for Creators
Prove your designs, illustrations, and art are made by human hands, not algorithms.
Forum Badges
Add badges to your forum signature on Reddit, Discourse, and community platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, 100% free. There's no premium version, no hidden costs, and no sign-up required. Download as many badges as you like in any format. Our mission is to promote authentic human communication, not to sell badges.
Absolutely. All badges are free for both personal and commercial use. Use them on business websites, in client emails, on products — anywhere you want to signal human authorship.
"Written by Human, Not AI" explicitly states the message. "100% Written by Human" emphasizes completeness. "100% Human Generated" covers all content types. "Made by Human" focuses on craftsmanship. Each comes in rounded and rectangular variants.
No credit or attribution is required. However, linking the badge back to byhumannotai.com is appreciated — it helps spread the movement and lets others find their own badges.
Yes! We regularly add new designs based on community feedback. Have an idea? Submit a feature request through the link in our footer, and we'll consider it for future releases.