PSVL 1.0 – The most comprehensive source-visible license (276 clauses)
The Proprietary Source-Visible License (PSVL) is designed for developers who want to showcase their code while retaining ownership and control. With 276 clauses, it offers maximum protection against cloning and unauthorized commercial use. PSVL is not an open-source license and is tailored for solo developers, indie teams, and security-conscious projects.
- ▪PSVL allows developers to make their source code publicly visible while preventing unauthorized use.
- ▪It includes specific protections for user safety and privacy, making it suitable for apps with sensitive data.
- ▪The license prohibits commercial use, redistribution, and AI training on the code.
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PSVL — Proprietary Source-Visible License The most comprehensive source-visible license ever written. 276 clauses. 9 sections. Built for solo developers and indie teams who want to show their code without giving it away. What is PSVL? PSVL is a proprietary source-visible license designed for developers who want to: Make their source code publicly visible for transparency, security auditing, and community contributions Retain full ownership and control over their intellectual property Prevent cloning, theft, and unauthorized commercial use Allow contributions only via Pull Requests that transfer IP to the author It is NOT an open-source license. It does not grant open-source freedoms. It is the opposite — maximum protection with maximum visibility.
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