License

Business Source License

Business Source License (BSL)

This software is licensed under the Business Source License (BSL) by StrawHat Labs Pvt Ltd.

The Business Source License (BSL) is a software license that provides source code access but restricts its use, particularly for commercial purposes, until a specified "Change Date" at which point it becomes an open-source license. It's a "source-available" license, meaning the code is readable and modifiable, but not fully open-source under all conditions.

Key Features of BSL

Source-Available, Not Open Source

While the source code is public, the BSL has usage restrictions that prevent it from being considered open source until the "Change Date".

Controlled Commercialization

The BSL typically restricts commercial use of the software in ways that would compete directly with the original creator's business model.

Future Open Source Transition

After the Change Date (usually 3-4 years from publication), the software automatically becomes available under a traditional open-source license (often Apache 2.0 or MIT).

Transparency and Collaboration

Users can view, modify, and contribute to the source code, enabling community collaboration while protecting the creator's commercial interests.

License Terms

  • Licensor: StrawHat Labs Pvt Ltd
  • Licensed Work: TrustME Platform and associated software
  • Change Date: Four (4) years from the first publication of this version
  • Change License: Apache License, Version 2.0
  • Additional Use Grant: You may use the Licensed Work for non-production purposes

Permitted Uses

  • Personal use and experimentation
  • Educational and research purposes
  • Non-production development and testing
  • Contributing improvements back to the project
  • Internal business use (with limitations)

Restrictions

  • Commercial hosting or offering as a service without explicit permission
  • Competing directly with StrawHat Labs Pvt Ltd's business model
  • Redistribution for commercial purposes before the Change Date
  • Removing or modifying license notices

Contact for Licensing

For commercial licensing inquiries or questions about permitted uses, please contact:

StrawHat Labs Pvt Ltd

Email: hello@strawhat.xyz

Website: https://www.trustme.xyz

Last updated: 17th August 2025