License and Disclaimer

Last modified by Robert Schaub on 2025/12/22 14:15

License and Disclaimer

 == Overview == 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. FactHarbor operates under a multi-license model: * Documentation and specifications: CC BY-SA 4.0

  • Code: MIT (default) or AGPL-3.0 (core components)
  • Structured data: Open Database License (ODbL) == Licensing == === Documentation === All general documentation (organizational and technical) is licensed under: * Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 (CC BY-SA 4.0) You may:
  • Use, share, and adapt the documentation (including commercially) You must:
  • Provide attribution to FactHarbor
  • Share derivative works under CC BY-SA 4.0 Exception: Security-sensitive documentation may be published partially or kept internal. === Core Protocol & Data Model === The core protocol and data model are licensed under: * Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 (CC BY-SA 4.0) You may:
  • Use, implement, and modify the protocol/data model
  • Publish derivative specifications under CC BY-SA 4.0 You must:
  • Attribute to FactHarbor
  • Use different branding (the "FactHarbor" name is trademark-protected)
  • State derivation from FactHarbor protocol
  • Share derivatives under CC BY-SA 4.0 === Code === Default License: MIT License Core Components License: AGPL-3.0 for:
  • Core verdict engine
  • AKEL reasoning logic
  • Scenario evaluation engine Rationale: AGPL-3.0 prevents black-box network services that contradict our transparency mission. === Structured Data === Curated knowledge and datasets are licensed under: * Open Database License (ODbL) This ensures derivative databases remain open and prevents proprietary capture of community data. == Attribution == When creating derivative works, attribute as follows: Documentation/Specifications:
    This work, '[Your Work Name]', is a derivative of 'FactHarbor' by Robert Schaub and the FactHarbor community. Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 by [Your Name]. Code (MIT):
    Based on FactHarbor by Robert Schaub and contributors
    Licensed under MIT License
    Code (AGPL):
    Based on FactHarbor Core Engine by Robert Schaub and contributors
    Licensed under GNU AGPL v3.0
    Source code available at: [repository URL]
    Databases (ODbL):
    Derived from FactHarbor data by Robert Schaub and the FactHarbor community.
    Licensed under ODbL by [Your Name].
    == AI Models & Third-Party Components == AKEL (AI Knowledge Extraction Layer):
  • Open-source models preferred
  • Proprietary models allowed but must be disclosed to users
  • AI-generated content marked with AuthorType = AI
  • Integration code remains open (MIT/AGPL) Third-Party Libraries:
  • Must be license-compatible with MIT/AGPL
  • Documented in LICENSE/NOTICE files == Organizational Transparency == FactHarbor commits to publishing: Annually:
  • Financial statements
  • Income sources and expenses
  • Major funding relationships Twice Yearly:
  • Transparency reports
  • AKEL performance metrics
  • Content moderation statistics Ongoing:
  • Governance documents
  • Policy changes
  • Incident reports See Transparency Policy for details. == Disclaimer == === No Warranty === FactHarbor is provided "AS IS" without warranty of any kind, including:
  • Merchantability
  • Fitness for purpose
  • Accuracy or completeness
  • Uninterrupted service === No Liability === FactHarbor creators, contributors, and operators are not liable for:
  • Decisions made based on FactHarbor analyses
  • Errors, inaccuracies, or incompleteness
  • Any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages === Educational Purpose Only === FactHarbor analyses are for educational and informational purposes. They are not:
  • Professional advice (legal, medical, financial)
  • Definitive truth or final judgments
  • Replacements for independent verification Users should:
  • Verify information independently
  • Consult qualified professionals when appropriate
  • Apply critical thinking and judgment === Privacy === User privacy is protected per applicable laws (Swiss FADP, EU GDPR). See Privacy Policy for details. == Governing Law == These terms are governed by Swiss law under Swiss jurisdiction. == Changes to Terms == License terms may be updated with:
  • Clear versioning and documentation
  • Community announcement
  • Prospective application (existing content remains under original terms) == License Summary == | Content Type | License | Key Principle |
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 Documentation  CC BY-SA 4.0  Share openly, attribute, share-alike 
 Protocol & Data Model  CC BY-SA 4.0  Open specs, trademark-protected brand 
 Code (Default)  MIT  Maximum reuse 
 Code (Core/AKEL)  AGPL-3.0  Network transparency 
 Structured Data  ODbL  Open data, share-alike  == Contact == * Project Website: https://schaubgroup.ch/bin/view/FactHarbor/