This project uses a **Usage-Based Dual Licensing** model.
**Core Principles:**
- **Default License:** This project is available by default under the **GNU Affero General Public License v3.0 (AGPLv3)**. Any user may use it free of charge, provided they comply with both the AGPLv3 terms and the additional restrictions listed below.
- **Commercial License:** For specific commercial scenarios, or if you require rights beyond those granted by AGPLv3, you **must** obtain a **Commercial License**.
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## **1. Open Source License: AGPLv3 – For Basic Usage**
- Under the terms of the **AGPLv3**, you are free to use, modify, and distribute New API. The complete AGPLv3 license text can be viewed at [https://www.gnu.org/licenses/agpl-3.0.html](https://www.gnu.org/licenses/agpl-3.0.html).
- **Core Obligation:** A key AGPLv3 requirement is that if you modify New API and provide it as a network service (SaaS), or distribute a modified version, you must make the **complete corresponding source code** available to all users under the AGPLv3 license.
- **Additional Restriction (Important):** When using only the AGPLv3 open-source license, you **must** retain all original branding, logos, and copyright statements within the project’s code. **You are strictly prohibited from modifying, removing, or concealing** any such information. If you wish to remove this, you must obtain a Commercial License.
- Please read and ensure that you fully understand all AGPLv3 terms and the above additional restriction before use.
- Your organization’s policies, client contracts, or project requirements prohibit the use of AGPLv3-licensed software.
- You require OEM integration and need to redistribute New API as part of your closed-source commercial product.
- **Scenario 4: Commercial Support and Assurances**
You require commercial assurances not provided by AGPLv3, such as official technical support.
**Obtaining a Commercial License:**
Please contact the New API team via email at **support@quantumnous.com** to discuss commercial licensing.
## **3. Contributions**
- We welcome community contributions to New API. All contributions (e.g., via Pull Request) are deemed to be provided under the **AGPLv3** license.
- By submitting a contribution, you agree that your code is licensed to this project and all downstream users under the AGPLv3 license (regardless of whether those users ultimately operate under AGPLv3 or a Commercial License).
- You also acknowledge and agree that your contribution may be included in New API releases distributed under a Commercial License.
## **4. Other Terms**
- The specific terms, conditions, and pricing of the Commercial License are governed by the formal commercial license agreement executed by both parties.
- Project maintainers reserve the right to update this licensing policy as needed. Updates will be communicated via official project channels (e.g., repository, official website).