This Open Source Copyright License is designed for use by software developers, organizations, and individuals who wish to make their software available under open source terms while ensuring compliance with German law. The license specifically addresses requirements under the German Copyright Act (Urheberrechtsgesetz) and Civil Code (Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch), while maintaining alignment with international open source principles. It's particularly suitable for projects initiated in Germany or by German entities, providing clear terms for code sharing, modification rights, and redistribution requirements. The document includes specific provisions for attribution, liability limitations, and warranty disclaimers that are compliant with German legal requirements, making it suitable for both domestic and international use while providing legal certainty under German jurisdiction.
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1. 1. Definitions: Clear definitions of key terms used throughout the license, including 'Work', 'Derivative Works', 'Source Code', 'Object Code', 'Contributor', and 'Recipient'
2. 2. Copyright Grant: The fundamental license grant under German copyright law (UrhG), specifically addressing the rights being granted under §31-44a UrhG
3. 3. Scope of License: Detailed description of permitted uses, modifications, and distribution rights, including any restrictions
4. 4. Distribution Obligations: Requirements for redistribution, including source code availability and notice requirements
5. 5. Attribution Requirements: Rules for maintaining copyright notices and attribution to original authors (moral rights under §13 UrhG)
6. 6. Disclaimer of Warranty: Warranty disclaimers in accordance with German law, considering §437 BGB limitations
7. 7. Limitation of Liability: Liability limitations in compliance with German law, particularly addressing §309 No. 7 BGB restrictions
8. 8. Termination: Conditions under which the license terminates and the consequences of termination
9. 9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of German law application and jurisdiction provisions
1. Patent Grant: Optional section for explicit patent rights grant, used when the software might be subject to patent protection
2. Contributor Provisions: Used in cases where multiple contributors are expected, defining rights and obligations of contributors
3. Network Use Rights: Special provisions for software used over a network, similar to AGPL provisions
4. Compliance with Export Laws: Required when the software might be subject to export restrictions
5. Data Protection Compliance: Required when the software processes personal data, addressing GDPR requirements
6. Commercial Use Provisions: Special terms for commercial use cases, when dual-licensing is intended
1. Schedule A - Compatible Licenses: List of other open source licenses deemed compatible with this license
2. Schedule B - Required Notices: Standard copyright and attribution notices to be included in all copies
3. Schedule C - Technical Requirements: Technical specifications for source code distribution and documentation
4. Appendix 1 - Version Compatibility: Guidelines for compatibility between different versions of the license
5. Appendix 2 - Usage Examples: Examples of compliant and non-compliant usage scenarios
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