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Find out how both DAM and CMS could benefit your team!","DAM and CMS are two solutions that benefit from an integration with each other. This article explains what DAM and CMS can do and important considerations.","DAM and CMS are two solutions that benefit from an integration with each other. This article explains what DAM and...","\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-1--key-highlights\">Key highlights\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>A digital asset management (DAM) solution and a content management system (CMS) are two different types of software that often get confused. A DAM helps manage digital assets across an organization and multiple channels, while a CMS helps manage website content.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Integrating DAM and CMS allows for a more efficient and streamlined content management workflow. Teams can access files from DAM to keep CMS content up to date and to share marketing materials without disrupting the website.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finding the right tools to manage digital assets is essential for every organization. Due to high demand, teams must now create more content than ever with the help of generative AI. And with more content, the need for distribution across various channels is paramount.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, it can get confusing when you’re trying to find the best solution for your team. Do you need a digital asset management (DAM) solution or a content management system (CMS)? As you consider DAM vs CMS, these two software solutions have different, yet pivotal, purposes and play distinct roles in content and asset management.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let’s examine DAM and CMS, their differences and similarities, key features, and the benefits they offer. We’ll also explore how businesses can utilize these systems and provide insights on selecting the right system (or systems) for your organization’s needs.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"450\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19183211\u002Fdam-vs-cms-1.jpg\" alt=\"Laptop displaying an online fashion shopping webpage with various icons in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-64976\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19183211\u002Fdam-vs-cms-1.jpg 880w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19183211\u002Fdam-vs-cms-1-450x230.jpg 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19183211\u002Fdam-vs-cms-1-768x393.jpg 768w\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-2--understanding-dam-vs-cms\">Understanding DAM vs CMS\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To truly understand the differences between DAM and CMS, you’ll need to know their definitions and functionalities. Knowing this will help you gain a better understanding of which system your team needs and how these systems can work together to help your team produce and publish the best content quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Defining content management systems (CMS)\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A content management system (CMS) is a software platform that enables website content creation, editing, organization, and publishing. CMS software, like WordPress or Drupal, serves as the foundation for a website and provides tools for managing website content, including text, images, and other media. CMS platforms offer features such as storing and indexing web content, search capabilities, revision control, access permissions, and publishing and reporting functions.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Defining digital asset management (DAM)\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fdigital-asset-management\u002F\">Digital asset management\u003C\u002Fa> software makes it easy to store, organize, search, manage, and distribute your organization’s content from one place.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While both DAM and CMS play crucial roles in content management, they cater to different needs within an organization. Organizations often use them in tandem to streamline the management and distribution of their digital assets.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-3--core-functionalities-for-cms-v-dam\">Core functionalities for CMS v DAM\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It may seem like a CMS and a DAM are similar. However, it’s important to note that while both manage digital assets in some ways, the CMS helps you manage the content you want publicly displayed on your website (one channel), while a DAM manages content for all your channels.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let’s look at the key features both systems offer to gain a deeper understanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key features of CMS\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a CMS, managing website content becomes a breeze. The key CMS features include:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Easy web page editing tools.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Simplified web development.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Metadata organization for your content.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can quickly update blog posts and add media files across web pages. CMS systems like WordPress offer simple SEO solutions, making your content more discoverable. Plus, with user-friendly interfaces, a CMS makes content management on your organization’s website easier than ever.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Essential features of DAM\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of a DAM as your digital content treasure chest. A DAM’s essential features include:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Robust metadata support to easily organize files.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Powerful \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fproduct\u002Fai-visual-search\u002F\">AI-based search\u003C\u002Fa> and filter tools.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Built-in brand guidelines for easy accessibility.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Customizable access controls to safeguard your gems (digital assets).\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"\u002Fglossary\u002Fdigital-rights-management\u002F\">Digital rights management\u003C\u002Fa> and content controls are built right in to keep content compliant.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Share links and customizable \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fcanto-portals-better-way-to-distribute-digital-assets\u002F\">portals\u003C\u002Fa> to allow curated content access by internal or external teams.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Unified integration with your existing workflow.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Picture having your own organized library where you can store and distribute your valuable digital assets effortlessly. Having a centralized library empowers your team members to collaborate efficiently and maintain \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fbrand-consistency\u002F\">brand consistency\u003C\u002Fa> across all platforms. In essence, DAM is your content castle—the single source of truth for all things digital for all your teams, helping to simplify your content operations with style.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-4--how-can-dam-and-cms-benefit-your-organization\">How can DAM and CMS benefit your organization?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both a CMS and a DAM platform are highly beneficial tools to add to your technology stack. A CMS adds intuitive publishing tools and streamlines web development workflows to your website and digital storefronts. A DAM creates an organized content library for all your digital content, streamlining content and marketing workflows.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most organizations with a digital footprint understand the importance of managing their website and digital assets. But what benefits can each of these solutions bring? We’ll discuss the value each solution has for teams and organizations as a whole.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the benefits of using a CMS?\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CMS platforms empower marketing efforts by simplifying website operations. It’s the go-to solution for all-in-one content management for websites. With that comes numerous benefits, ensuring organizations can easily manage and publish their content online. Here are some of the biggest benefits of using a CMS:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>User-friendly interface:\u003C\u002Fstrong> CMS platforms typically offer intuitive interfaces that allow users with limited technical expertise to create, edit, and manage website content efficiently.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Streamlined publishing process:\u003C\u002Fstrong> CMS solutions streamline the process of website content creation and publication, reducing the time and effort required to keep a website up-to-date.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Plugins and extensions\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Get more bang for your buck with a CMS by installing plugins or extensions, which can add features such as e-commerce capabilities, SEO tools, social media integration, and more.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Built-in SEO tools:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Many CMS platforms come with tools to help optimize content for search engines, including metadata management, URL structuring, and sitemap generation.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Regular updates:\u003C\u002Fstrong> CMS platforms frequently release updates to fix security vulnerabilities and improve performance.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Access control:\u003C\u002Fstrong> CMSs often include user management features, allowing administrators to set different permission levels for different users, enhancing security and control over website content.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Growth and expansion:\u003C\u002Fstrong> CMS platforms are designed to handle a wide range of website sizes, making it easy to scale content management and publication as your website grows.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Publish scheduling:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Users can schedule web posts to be published at specific times, ensuring content is released at optimal times without manual intervention.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Content calendar:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Some CMS platforms provide tools to help plan and organize future website content.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By leveraging these benefits, organizations can effectively manage their website or storefront, improve web operation efficiencies, and deliver high-quality site content to their audience.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"450\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19183325\u002Fdam-vs-cms-2.20240709133745006.jpg\" alt=\"Laptop screen displaying Canto's digital asset management interface with colorful images and a navigation panel. Abstract background with charts and icons.\" class=\"wp-image-64977\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19183325\u002Fdam-vs-cms-2.20240709133745006.jpg 880w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19183325\u002Fdam-vs-cms-2.20240709133745006-450x230.jpg 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19183325\u002Fdam-vs-cms-2.20240709133745006-768x393.jpg 768w\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the benefits of using a DAM?\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Digital asset management solutions are built to simplify content operations, making collaboration effortless among team members no matter where they are worldwide. With a DAM, you can go to market faster, improve your content ROI, and scale into new markets with ease. Even better, DAMs easily integrate with many essential tools, including CMS systems. A DAM is indispensable for all businesses, but especially those striving for a digital-first approach, considering the benefits it provides.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This isn’t a comprehensive list, but here are some of the most essential benefits you can get from using a DAM:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Single source of truth:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Your digital assets are all in one central location and can be categorized, tagged, and organized to make them easy to manage.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>AI-powered search:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Best-in-class DAM platforms like Canto include \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fproduct\u002Fai-visual-search\u002F\">AI search tools\u003C\u002Fa> to find perfect visual assets instantly.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Streamlined workflows:\u003C\u002Fstrong> DAM platforms offer features that make it easier to manage your workflows from start to finish, such as improved review and approval processes, tracked comments on all content in progress, and version controls.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Faster campaign launches:\u003C\u002Fstrong> DAM creates a cohesive \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fmarketing-stack\u002F\">marketing stack\u003C\u002Fa> ecosystem and enables quick access to assets for faster creation and deployment of marketing campaign content, digital content for product launches, and more.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Brand management controls:\u003C\u002Fstrong> DAM gives you one platform for \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fglossary\u002Fbrand-management\u002F\">brand management\u003C\u002Fa> with all the content controls to maintain brand consistency across digital touchpoints.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Distribution:\u003C\u002Fstrong> A DAM has everything you need to get your content in the hands of internal and external teams, influencers, partners, customers, prospects, and more with curated and customizable portals and simple content share links.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Version control:\u003C\u002Fstrong> DAM includes automatic versioning to track changes and maintain consistency across different asset versions.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Compliance management:\u003C\u002Fstrong> A DAM helps organizations comply with licensing agreements and copyright laws by tracking asset usage and includes tools to easily remove expired content from circulation.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Content repurposing:\u003C\u002Fstrong> A DAM platform makes your content easy to find and reuse existing assets for different projects, channels, or campaigns, maximizing content ROI.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Scalability:\u003C\u002Fstrong> DAM systems can scale storage capacity and users to meet your organization’s needs.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Integrations:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Many DAM systems integrate with other enterprise tools and platforms, such as content management systems (CMS), marketing automation tools, and social media platforms, to name a few.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By leveraging these benefits, organizations can manage their digital assets more effectively, improve operational efficiency, ensure brand consistency, and enhance team collaboration.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-5--is-a-cms-or-a-dam-right-for-your-business\">Is a CMS or a DAM right for your business?\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now it’s time to decide: which system is right for your business—DAM or CMS? It’s like comparing apples to oranges! Many organizations use both systems, since they work in tandem so well and serve very different purposes.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a very short breakdown if you’re still considering selecting only one platform:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Choose a CMS if your primary goal is to manage, create, and publish web content. You’ll get mostly everything you need, including tools for SEO, user management, and website maintenance.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Choose a DAM if you need a centralized content hub to manage an ever-expanding number of digital assets, ensure brand consistency, and streamline asset workflows across various teams and platforms.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-6--integrate-cms-and-dam-for-optimal-content-management\">Integrate CMS and DAM for optimal content management\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Integrating a CMS with a DAM is a must if you’re looking for optimal content management and a centralized hub for your valuable digital assets.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By using both platforms, your digital assets and website content can harmoniously coexist, enhancing efficiency and organization. Imagine effortlessly accessing and coordinating media files, web page copy, and blog posts within a DAM that streamlines workflows for every person involved in the content creation and distribution. This fusion ensures brand consistency, boosts marketing efforts, and elevates customer experience.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-7--get-the-best-dam-with-canto\">Get the best DAM with Canto\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u003Ca href=\"\u002F\">Canto\u003C\u002Fa> is the best-in-class AI-powered digital asset management solution, making it easy to organize, find, and share all your digital content. Canto helps organizations unlock content value, launch content faster, and maintain your brand identity across channels. It also \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fintegrations\u002F\">integrates\u003C\u002Fa> with your favorite tools, like WordPress, Drupal, and Adobe Creative Suite, that you and your team use every day across the content lifecycle. And with tools like \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fproduct\u002Fai-visual-search\u002F\">AI Visual Search\u003C\u002Fa>, you can find the perfect visual for any project in seconds, leveraging our industry-leading AI to transform your content workflows.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\">\u003Ca href=\"\u002Febooks\u002Fbeginners-guide-to-digital-asset-management\u002F?utm_source=page_blog&utm_medium=content_cta&utm_campaign=canto_content_fy25&utm_content=page_dam_vs_cms\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"850\" height=\"250\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F07\u002F06193532\u002FCopy-of-ROI-CTA-blog-post.png\" alt=\"An orange Canto banner that reads "The beginners guide to digital asset management - free guide" with three tiered ipads to the right with images of models on fun backgrounds organized in a digital asset library \" class=\"wp-image-70159\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F07\u002F06193532\u002FCopy-of-ROI-CTA-blog-post.png 850w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F07\u002F06193532\u002FCopy-of-ROI-CTA-blog-post-450x132.png 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F07\u002F06193532\u002FCopy-of-ROI-CTA-blog-post-768x226.png 768w\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-8--dam-vs-cms-frequently-asked-questions\">DAM vs CMS frequently asked questions\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the key differences between CMS and DAM?\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CMS primarily manages text and web content, focuses on website creation and publishing, and targets content creators. DAM is used to centralize, organize, find, and share an organization’s content, such as images, videos, and other brand assets, and caters to marketers and designers.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can CMS and DAM work together?\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both CMS and DAM can work together to enhance content management. While CMS focuses on content creation and publication, DAM organizes and stores digital assets. Integrating both systems optimizes workflows and ensures efficient content delivery.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to choose the right system for your business?\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To choose the right system for your business, consider scalability, integration capabilities, user-friendliness, and cost-effectiveness. Evaluate your specific content management needs to make an informed decision.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can a DAM system be integrated with a CMS for more efficient content management?\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By integrating a DAM system with a CMS, companies can streamline content management workflows and enhance efficiency. DAM keeps content organized and searchable with metadata, while CMS focuses on content delivery, resulting in a powerful combination of content organization and distribution.\u003C\u002Fp>",10,{"url":37,"url_md":38,"alt":39,"height":40,"width":41},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19182935\u002Fdam-vs-cms-feature.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F01\u002F19182935\u002Fdam-vs-cms-feature-450x225.jpg","Man holding glasses and looking thoughtful, with digital library and web layout interfaces on either side against abstract background.",600,1200,[43],{"id":44,"slug":44,"title":45,"path":46},"digital-asset-management","Digital Asset Management","\u002Fpost-category\u002Fdigital-asset-management\u002F",[48,55,62],{"featuredImage":49,"postId":50,"slug":51,"title":52,"description":53,"path":54},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2016\u002F08\u002F19195356\u002FiStock_83784403_MEDIUM2-450x300.jpg",5906,"box-dam","Box digital asset management: Why a DAM outperforms basic file storage","Common file storage systems like Dropbox are bare bones systems. A DAM system goes further organizing and managing your digital assets.","\u002Fblog\u002Fbox-dam\u002F",{"featuredImage":56,"postId":57,"slug":58,"title":59,"description":60,"path":61},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2016\u002F11\u002F19195545\u002Fstaying-organized-folders-albums-1-450x236.jpg",10749,"staying-organized-folders-albums","The basics of digital asset management folders and albums","Staying organized with Folders and Albums is a lot tougher task with the increase in digital files accrued. Find a solution to help optimize organization.","\u002Fblog\u002Fstaying-organized-folders-albums\u002F",{"featuredImage":63,"postId":64,"slug":65,"title":66,"description":67,"path":68},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F19184708\u002Fdam-pricing-feature-450x263.jpg",60807,"digital-asset-management-pricing","Everything you need to know about digital asset management pricing","For most teams looking for a digital asset management (DAM) platform, one of their first questions is “What’s this going to cost?” To help you go into pricing conversations prepared, we’ve put together a basic guide covering the fundamentals of what to expect, how to compare prices, and common pitfalls to watch out for.","\u002Fblog\u002Fdigital-asset-management-pricing\u002F",{"left":4,"top":4,"width":5,"height":5,"rotate":4,"vFlip":6,"hFlip":6,"body":70},"\u003Cpath fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M9.175 10.825Q8 9.65 8 8t1.175-2.825T12 4t2.825 1.175T16 8t-1.175 2.825T12 12t-2.825-1.175M4 20v-2.8q0-.85.438-1.562T5.6 14.55q1.55-.775 3.15-1.162T12 13t3.25.388t3.15 1.162q.725.375 1.163 1.088T20 17.2V20zm2-2h12v-.8q0-.275-.137-.5t-.363-.35q-1.35-.675-2.725-1.012T12 15t-2.775.338T6.5 16.35q-.225.125-.363.35T6 17.2zm7.413-8.587Q14 8.825 14 8t-.587-1.412T12 6t-1.412.588T10 8t.588 1.413T12 10t1.413-.587M12 18\"\u002F>",{"left":4,"top":4,"width":5,"height":5,"rotate":4,"vFlip":6,"hFlip":6,"body":72},"\u003Cpath fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M12 14q-.425 0-.712-.288T11 13t.288-.712T12 12t.713.288T13 13t-.288.713T12 14m-4.712-.288Q7 13.426 7 13t.288-.712T8 12t.713.288T9 13t-.288.713T8 14t-.712-.288M16 14q-.425 0-.712-.288T15 13t.288-.712T16 12t.713.288T17 13t-.288.713T16 14m-4 4q-.425 0-.712-.288T11 17t.288-.712T12 16t.713.288T13 17t-.288.713T12 18m-4.712-.288Q7 17.426 7 17t.288-.712T8 16t.713.288T9 17t-.288.713T8 18t-.712-.288M16 18q-.425 0-.712-.288T15 17t.288-.712T16 16t.713.288T17 17t-.288.713T16 18M5 22q-.825 0-1.412-.587T3 20V6q0-.825.588-1.412T5 4h1V2h2v2h8V2h2v2h1q.825 0 1.413.588T21 6v14q0 .825-.587 1.413T19 22zm0-2h14V10H5z\"\u002F>",{"left":4,"top":4,"width":5,"height":5,"rotate":4,"vFlip":6,"hFlip":6,"body":74},"\u003Cpath fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M12 20a8 8 0 0 0 8-8a8 8 0 0 0-8-8a8 8 0 0 0-8 8a8 8 0 0 0 8 8m0-18a10 10 0 0 1 10 10a10 10 0 0 1-10 10C6.47 22 2 17.5 2 12A10 10 0 0 1 12 2m.5 5v5.25l4.5 2.67l-.75 1.23L11 13V7z\"\u002F>",1789794101326]