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Robert Schaub 1.1 1 = License and Disclaimer =
2
3 == Overview ==
4
5 FactHarbor is an **open-source nonprofit project** committed to transparency and accessibility. All resources are licensed under multiple open licenses to maximize reuse while protecting the project's transparency mission.
6
7 **FactHarbor operates under a multi-license model:**
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9 * Documentation and specifications: CC BY-SA 4.0
10 * Code: MIT (default) or AGPL-3.0 (core components)
11 * Structured data: Open Database License (ODbL)
12
13 == Licensing ==
14
15 === Documentation ===
16
17 All general **documentation** (organizational and technical) is licensed under:
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19 * **[[Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 (CC BY-SA 4.0)>>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/]]**
20
21 **You may:**
22 * Use, share, and adapt the documentation (including commercially)
23
24 **You must:**
25 * Provide attribution to FactHarbor
26 * Share derivative works under CC BY-SA 4.0
27
28 **Exception:** Security-sensitive documentation may be published partially or kept internal.
29
30 === Core Protocol & Data Model ===
31
32 The **core protocol** and **data model** are licensed under:
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34 * **[[Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 (CC BY-SA 4.0)>>http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/]]**
35
36 **You may:**
37 * Use, implement, and modify the protocol/data model
38 * Publish derivative specifications under CC BY-SA 4.0
39
40 **You must:**
41 * Attribute to FactHarbor
42 * Use different branding (the "FactHarbor" name is trademark-protected)
43 * State derivation from FactHarbor protocol
44 * Share derivatives under CC BY-SA 4.0
45
46 === Code ===
47
48 **Default License:** **[[MIT License>>https://opensource.org/licenses/MIT]]**
49
50 **Core Components License:** **[[AGPL-3.0>>https://www.gnu.org/licenses/agpl-3.0.en.html]]** for:
51 * Core verdict engine
52 * AKEL reasoning logic
53 * Scenario evaluation engine
54
55 **Rationale:** AGPL-3.0 prevents black-box network services that contradict our transparency mission.
56
57 === Structured Data ===
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59 Curated knowledge and datasets are licensed under:
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61 * **[[Open Database License (ODbL)>>https://opendatacommons.org/licenses/odbl/]]**
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63 This ensures derivative databases remain open and prevents proprietary capture of community data.
64
65 == Attribution ==
66
67 When creating derivative works, attribute as follows:
68
69 **Documentation/Specifications:**
70 {{code}}
71 This work, '[Your Work Name]', is a derivative of 'FactHarbor' by Robert Schaub
72 and the FactHarbor community. Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 by [Your Name].
73 {{/code}}
74
75 **Code (MIT):**
76 {{code}}
77 Based on FactHarbor by Robert Schaub and contributors
78 Licensed under MIT License
79 {{/code}}
80
81 **Code (AGPL):**
82 {{code}}
83 Based on FactHarbor Core Engine by Robert Schaub and contributors
84 Licensed under GNU AGPL v3.0
85 Source code available at: [repository URL]
86 {{/code}}
87
88 **Databases (ODbL):**
89 {{code}}
90 Derived from FactHarbor data by Robert Schaub and the FactHarbor community.
91 Licensed under ODbL by [Your Name].
92 {{/code}}
93
94 == AI Models & Third-Party Components ==
95
96 **AKEL (AI Knowledge Extraction Layer):**
97 * Open-source models preferred
98 * Proprietary models allowed but must be disclosed to users
99 * AI-generated content marked with **AuthorType = AI**
100 * Integration code remains open (MIT/AGPL)
101
102 **Third-Party Libraries:**
103 * Must be license-compatible with MIT/AGPL
104 * Documented in LICENSE/NOTICE files
105
106 == Organizational Transparency ==
107
108 FactHarbor commits to publishing:
109
110 **Annually:**
111 * Financial statements
112 * Income sources and expenses
113 * Major funding relationships
114
115 **Twice Yearly:**
116 * Transparency reports
117 * AKEL performance metrics
118 * Content moderation statistics
119
120 **Ongoing:**
121 * Governance documents
122 * Policy changes
123 * Incident reports
124
125 See [[Transparency Policy>>FactHarbor.Organisation.How-We-Work-Together.Transparency-Policy]] for details.
126
127 == Disclaimer ==
128
129 === No Warranty ===
130
131 FactHarbor is provided **"AS IS"** without warranty of any kind, including:
132 * Merchantability
133 * Fitness for purpose
134 * Accuracy or completeness
135 * Uninterrupted service
136
137 === No Liability ===
138
139 FactHarbor creators, contributors, and operators are **not liable** for:
140 * Decisions made based on FactHarbor analyses
141 * Errors, inaccuracies, or incompleteness
142 * Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
143
144 === Educational Purpose Only ===
145
146 FactHarbor analyses are for **educational and informational purposes**. They are not:
147 * Professional advice (legal, medical, financial)
148 * Definitive truth or final judgments
149 * Replacements for independent verification
150
151 **Users should:**
152 * Verify information independently
153 * Consult qualified professionals when appropriate
154 * Apply critical thinking and judgment
155
156 === Privacy ===
157
158 User privacy is protected per applicable laws (Swiss FADP, EU GDPR).
159
160 See [[Privacy Policy>>FactHarbor.Organisation.How-We-Work-Together.Privacy-Policy]] for details.
161
162 == Governing Law ==
163
164 These terms are governed by **Swiss law** under Swiss jurisdiction.
165
166 == Changes to Terms ==
167
168 License terms may be updated with:
169 * Clear versioning and documentation
170 * Community announcement
171 * Prospective application (existing content remains under original terms)
172
173 == License Summary ==
174
175 | **Content Type** | **License** | **Key Principle** |
176 |---|---|---|
177 | Documentation | CC BY-SA 4.0 | Share openly, attribute, share-alike |
178 | Protocol & Data Model | CC BY-SA 4.0 | Open specs, trademark-protected brand |
179 | Code (Default) | MIT | Maximum reuse |
180 | Code (Core/AKEL) | AGPL-3.0 | Network transparency |
181 | Structured Data | ODbL | Open data, share-alike |
182
183 == Contact ==
184
185 * **Project Website**: [[https://schaubgroup.ch/bin/view/FactHarbor/]]
186 * **Licensing Questions**: [To be established]
187
188 == Related Pages ==
189
190 * [[Privacy Policy>>FactHarbor.Organisation.How-We-Work-Together.Privacy-Policy]]
191 * [[Terms of Service>>FactHarbor.Organisation.How-We-Work-Together.Terms-of-Service]]
192 * [[Transparency Policy>>FactHarbor.Organisation.How-We-Work-Together.Transparency-Policy]]
193 * [[Contributor License Agreement>>FactHarbor.Organisation.CLA]]
194 * [[Governance>>FactHarbor.Organisation.Governance.WebHome]]
195
196 **© 2024-2025 by Robert Schaub and the FactHarbor Community**
197
198 **FactHarbor** is a trademark. Use of the name and logo requires permission.
199
200 **Core Values:** Non-profit | Open Source | Transparent | Accessible to All