license
the rules
what
The allowance to do what you wish with the words presented here as well as the rules of the game.
Follow the rules, and what is mine is yours.
why
Words carry meaning and the power to create. Many use this magic for ill. I'll not contribute to that which makes us lesser and won't allow my words to be used for that which I don't believe in.
how
Read the section titled Summary.
If you're still awake, take a look at the Conditions next.
If you're still awake, read the rest.
If you're still awake, go to sleep.
Current Version: AECPL v1.0
NOTICE
THIS LICENSE IS FOR THE CONTENT PUBLISHED ON THE SITE, NOT FOR THE SITE ITSELF. THE SOURCE CODE, LOGO, AND STYLING ARE NOT COVERED BY / SUBJECT TO THIS LICENSE.
Attribution with Explicit Commercial Permission License (AECPL)
- Version 1.0
- Effective Date: September 21, 2024
Summary
This license provides you unrestricted use of any content on this site for any (non-commercial) purposes as long as you credit the source (this site).
For commercial purposes (if you make money from your use) you MUST get EXPLICIT permission first. The easiest way to do this is to contact the email address at the bottom of this page.
If you have explicit permission for a piece of content on this site, you will not be effected by changes in license version for that piece of content.
License Version
This license applies to all content published on this site (dakizu.com) from the Effective Date stated above until superseded by a newer version.
Each piece of content is covered by the version of this license in effect at its publication date unless explicitly stated otherwise.
If content is updated to a newer license version post-publication, it will contain a clear notice of the applicable version.
Note: For information on how license version updates affect commercial use permissions, please refer to the "Effects of License Version Updates on Commercial Use" subsection under "Commercial Use" below.
Terms and Conditions
Definitions
- "WORK" refers to the content covered by this license as specified in the "License Version" section above.
- "AUTHOR" refers to the copyright holder of the Work.
- "YOU" refers to the individual or entity exercising the rights granted by this license.
Rights Granted
Subject to the terms and conditions of this license, the AUTHOR hereby grants YOU a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to:
- a) Reproduce, distribute, display, and perform the WORK.
- b) Create and distribute derivative works based on the WORK.
Conditions
Your exercise of the granted rights is subject to the following conditions:
a) Attribution
You must:
- Give appropriate credit to the AUTHOR
- Provide a link to this license
- Indicate if any changes were made. You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the AUTHOR endorses YOU or YOUR use.
The link to this license may take any reasonable form, including but not limited to the following preferred methods:
- a) A link(s) to the WORK(s) being used.
- b) A link to the page containing the relevant version of the license. Example: dakizu.com/license/v1_0
- c) A link to this page with the version of the relevant license attached. Example: dakizu.com/license AECPLv1.0
Form a is preferred, as the WORK may be updated to a newer version of the license as detailed in the "License Version" section.
b) Non-Commercial Use
YOU may not use the WORK for commercial purposes without explicit written permission from the AUTHOR. "Commercial Purposes" includes any use that is primarily intended for or directed towards commercial advantage or monetary compensation, including direct and indirect financial gain, advertisements, or promotional materials.
c) Commercial Use
If YOU wish to use the WORK for commercial purposes, YOU must obtain explicit written permission from the AUTHOR before doing so. The AUTHOR reserves the right to grant or deny such permission at their sole discretion.
For the purposes of obtaining permission, refer to the contact information at the bottom of this page. When requesting commercial permission, please provide specific details about how the content will be used, including the nature of the project and how the content will contribute to any monetary gain.
Effects of License Version Updates on Commercial Use
The AUTHOR commits to honoring all permissions granted under previous license versions, ensuring continuity and reliability for users who have already incorporated WORK into their projects.
When explicit permission is granted for commercial use of a WORK:
- The permission is tied to the AECPL version in effect at the time the permission was granted.
- The permission creates a permanent license for that specific commercial use, under the terms of the AECPL version in effect when the permission was granted.
- Future updates to the AECPL or the WORK itself will not affect these explicitly granted commercial use permissions.
- Any new commercial uses or users of the WORK will be subject to the most recent AECPL version applied to that WORK.
Warranty
The WORK is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, including without limitation any warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
Liability
In no event shall the AUTHOR be liable for any claim, damages, or other liability arising from, out of, or in connection with the WORK or the use of other dealings in the WORK.
Termination
This license and the rights granted hereunder will terminate automatically upon any breach by YOU of the terms of this license.