About the License
The AGPL-3.0 is a free, copyleft license specifically designed for network server software. It ensures that the software remains free and open source, and that any modifications made to the software are also shared with the community.Key Points
Freedom to Use and Modify
You have the freedom to:- Run the unmodified program for any purpose
- Study how the program works and modify it
- Redistribute copies of the original program
- Distribute your modified versions
Network Use Requirement
If you modify Sable and run it on a publicly accessible server, you must provide the source code of your modified version to users interacting with it remotely through a computer network. This is the key difference from the standard GPL - the AGPL ensures that users who interact with the software over a network can access the source code, even if they don’t download the software itself.Attribution
Sable is forked from Cinny, which is also licensed under AGPL-3.0. When using or modifying Sable, you must:- Maintain copyright notices
- Include a copy of the AGPL-3.0 license
- State that you modified the software (if applicable)
- Provide access to the source code
Full License Text
The complete AGPL-3.0 license text is available:- In the LICENSE file in the Sable repository
- On the GNU website
Questions?
If you have questions about the license or how it applies to your use case, please:- Review the full license text
- Consult with a legal professional familiar with open source licensing
- Check the GNU AGPL FAQ