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License requirements

Basestack is an open-source project licensed under the GNU Affero General Public License Version 3 (AGPLv3 ↗).

Its three most important points are:

  • Source Code Availability: AGPLv3 mandates that the complete source code of the software be made accessible to users whenever the software is distributed or accessed over a network.
  • Copyleft Provisions: AGPLv3 is a strong copyleft license, which means that any modifications or derivative works based on AGPLv3-licensed software must also be released under AGPLv3, preserving the open-source nature of the project.
  • "Affero" Clause: The license addresses the "ASP loophole," requiring web-based services that use AGPLv3-licensed software to provide users with access to the corresponding source code, ensuring transparency and sharing within the open-source community.

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