Our work

Practical resources for open source licensing.

We combine curation, documentation, education, and license development in one focused public-interest project.

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Open license commons

We collect, preserve, and explain open source licenses so developers and communities can make informed decisions.

Accessible legal knowledge for the global open source ecosystem.

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License guidance

We publish plain-language context that helps people understand, compare, and select open source licenses.

Practical information without replacing professional legal advice.

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Modern license development

We research and draft licenses for AI, data, emerging technology, and new forms of collaborative development.

Licensing frameworks that respond to how technology is actually changing.

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Preservation and research

We document license provenance, preserve authoritative texts, and study the evolution of open licensing.

A durable public record for developers, researchers, and organizations.

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