[License-review] : [License] Linkumori Free License, Version 1.0 – Submission for OSI Review

[subham mahesh]

Dear License Review Committee and Community,

I am writing to formally submit the Linkumori Free License, Version 1.0 for
OSI review and approval. I am the license author and steward.

By way of introduction: I hold a BA in Social Science from Ambedkar
University Delhi, and I am currently a law student at CPJ College of Higher
Studies & School of Law, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Narela,
Delhi. My background in social science and my ongoing legal studies
informed the drafting of this license, particularly its attention to
practical attribution obligations across modern software distribution
channels.

The license text is attached as a plain text file.


GAP FILLED

Existing permissive licenses, including Apache 2.0, MIT, and BSD, were
drafted before the widespread adoption of modern web bundling, CDN
distribution, and transpiled JavaScript. None of them provide clear,
enforceable attribution requirements for these distribution channels. The
Linkumori Free License fills this gap through Section 4, which explicitly
addresses attribution obligations for web and webpage redistribution, CDN
and third-party hosting scenarios, bundled and transpiled Binary Form
distributions, and the registered domain standard using the Public Suffix
List (eTLD+1).

This matters increasingly as IP enforcement around open source software
grows and courts are asked to interpret attribution obligations in web
contexts where existing license language is silent or ambiguous.


COMPARISON TO APACHE 2.0

The most comparable OSI-approved license is Apache License 2.0. Like Apache
2.0, the Linkumori Free License grants both copyright and patent licenses,
permits modification and redistribution in Source and Binary Form, requires
retention of attribution notices, contains a trademark non-endorsement
clause, and includes a recipient IP responsibility clause.

The key difference is Section 4, which Apache 2.0 does not have. Apache
2.0's attribution requirements are technology-neutral to the point of being
unclear for web distribution. The Linkumori Free License adds explicit
web-specific clarity without restricting any field of endeavor.


OSD COMPLIANCE

I affirm that the Linkumori Free License, Version 1.0 complies with the
Open Source Definition, and specifically: OSD #3 (Derived Works) is
satisfied by Section 1, which expressly permits Derivative Works. OSD #5
(No Discrimination Against Persons or Groups) is satisfied as the license
contains no such discrimination. OSD #6 (No Discrimination Against Fields
of Endeavor) is satisfied as the license imposes no field restrictions. OSD
#9 (License Must Not Restrict Other Software) is satisfied as the license
applies only to the Work itself.


LEGAL REVIEW

The license was drafted by me as a law student. It has not undergone
independent review by a qualified legal professional, and I welcome
scrutiny from the community during this process.


LICENSE DETAILS

Name: Linkumori Free License
Version: 1.0
Date: June 2026
Steward: Linkumori
SPDX Identifier: Not yet assigned

I am subscribed to this list and will be attentive and responsive to all
questions and comments.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Subham Mahesh
Law Student, CPJ College of Higher Studies & School of Law
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Narela, Delhi
BA Social Science, Ambedkar University Delhi



DISCLAIMER: This submission and any statements made herein do not
constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. The analysis
provided reflects the personal academic views of the submitter and is
intended solely for the purpose of OSI license review. Individuals and
organizations seeking guidance on licensing matters are encouraged to
consult a qualified legal professional.
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