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The Python Software Foundation License ( PSFL) is a BSD-style, permissive software license which is compatible with the GNU General Public License (GPL). [1] Its primary use is for distribution of the Python project software and its documentation. [3] Since the license is permissive, it allows proprietization of the derivations.
This LICENSE AGREEMENT is between the Python Software Foundation ("PSF"), and. the Individual or Organization ("Licensee") accessing and otherwise using Python. 3.12.3 software in source or binary form and its associated documentation. 2. Subject to the terms and conditions of this License Agreement, PSF hereby.
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Yes. Unlike some open source licenses, the PSF License allows Python to be included in non-open applications, either in unmodified or modified form. See also this more detailed overview.
Please note that this section is most probably no longer up to date: The US export rules have changed a lot, since the text was written. For up to date information, please consult the Bureau of Ind...
This is a tough question to answer. In general, you should use one of the OSI approved licenses . If you think your code may eventually make it into Python or its standard libraries, you could already use one of the acceptable initial licenses for contribution of code to the PSF (these are listed below). This is not a requirement since you'll be ab...
The PSF license was developed specifically and only for Python and its standard libraries. If you want to license your code for contribution to the PSF, do not use the PSF license; instead see below. Many projects on Source Forge and elsewhere have adopted the PSF license, but not always in an appropriate way. If you feel the PSF License is the one...
Python is developed under an OSI-approved open source license, making it freely usable and distributable, even for commercial use. Python's license is administered by the Python Software Foundation. Learn more about the license; Python license on OSI; Learn more about the Foundation
The Python Software Foundation License (PSFL) is a BSD-style, permissive software license which is compatible with the GNU General Public License (GPL). Its primary use is for distribution of the Python project software and its documentation. Since the license is permissive, it allows proprietization of the derivations. The PSFL is listed as approved on both FSF's approved licenses list, and ...
STRUCTURE AND STABILITY SO THE PYTHON LANGUAGE, ITS CONTRIBUTORS, AND USERS CAN THRIVE. We distribute Python, free of charge and available to all, for ever. We are the stewards of Python intellectual property—We establish PSF licenses, hold intellectual property rights to most Python releases, and protect Python-related trademarks.
