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Fair Revenue Share — 5% After $10K

Fair Revenue Share License (v1.0)

Copyright (c) ilyasLabs


Overview

This software is open-source and free to use, but to ensure fairness and sustainability, a revenue-sharing model applies for successful commercial projects.


Permissions

You are free to:

  • Use this software for personal, educational, and commercial purposes.
  • Modify the source code to suit your needs.
  • Distribute your modified versions (with attribution).

Revenue Sharing Terms

  1. Revenue Threshold: You can use this software for free until your project generates $10,000 USD in total revenue.
  2. Contribution Obligation: After exceeding $10,000 USD in total revenue, you agree to:
    • Pay 5% of your monthly gross revenue to the original author.
    • This applies to revenue generated through any business or product built using this software.
  3. Self-Reporting: You are responsible for self-reporting your revenue honestly.
  4. Payment Arrangements: After reaching the revenue threshold, you must contact the author at m.ilyas@live.com to arrange payment details and invoicing.
  5. Audit Clause (Trust-Based): While this license relies on trust, the author reserves the right to request basic revenue validation in good faith for fairness.

Restrictions

  • You may not remove original copyright notices.
  • You may not sublicense this software under a more permissive license that removes the revenue share obligation.
  • You may not use this software for illegal purposes.

No Warranty

This software is provided "as is", without warranty of any kind, express or implied. The author is not liable for any damages or losses resulting from its use.


Why This License?

The Fair Revenue Share License is designed to:

  • Enable free access for individuals, students, and startups.
  • Ensure fair compensation for the creator when your business succeeds.
  • Maintain an open and collaborative development ecosystem.

Attribution

When using this software, a simple attribution like “Powered by ilyasLabs” in your documentation or footer is appreciated, but not mandatory.


For licensing queries and payment arrangements, contact: 📧 m.ilyas@live.com