SA-SDL

Source-Available Software Distribution License

A flexible, modern licensing solution that balances source available principles with commercial viability for software creators.

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What is SA-SDL?

SA-SDL (Source-Available Software Distribution License) is a license that allows developers to share their source code while maintaining control over commercial use and revenue generation.

Key Principles

Source Available: Full access to modify, fork, and adapt the software for your needs
Revenue Flexibility: Use in revenue-generating projects without restrictions for component usage
Commercial Control: Clear terms for standalone commercial products with revenue thresholds
Trademark Protection: Safeguards your branding and identity while allowing code modification

Perfect For

Independent Developers

Share your work while protecting commercial interests

Source Available Projects

Maintain openness with sustainable monetization

SaaS Products

Clear guidelines for component vs. standalone use

Internal Tools

Use freely for internal business operations

License Features

Comprehensive protection and flexibility for both licensors and licensees

Customizable Parameters

Set your own revenue thresholds, timelines, liability limits, and jurisdiction to match your business needs.

Clear Legal Framework

Well-defined terms covering copyright, liability, warranties, and violation consequences.

Revenue-Based Model

Only requires approval when software is sold directly as a standalone product above your threshold.

Trademark Rights

Protect your brand identity while allowing code modifications and derivative works.

Modification Freedom

Full rights to modify, fork, and adapt the software for personal or organizational needs.

Version Stability

Licensees retain rights under their version even if newer license versions are published.

Commercial Extension

SA-SDCL

(Requires SA-SDL)

SA-SDCL is a commercial extension of SA-SDL that adds enhanced rights for SaaS developers. Requires a valid SA-SDL license.

Enhanced commercial distribution rights

Customized terms for enterprise needs

Professional legal framework for commercial software

Flexible revenue and distribution models

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Enterprise-Ready Licensing

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Notice: SA-SDCL is not a standalone license — it requires SA-SDL. Use it to add commercial rights to SaaS projects built on SA-SDL code.

Standard source-available license for personal and commercial projects

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SA-SDCL

Extension of SA-SDL for SaaS developers’ commercial projects

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