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

[subham mahesh]

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Version 1.0, June 2026


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On Tue, 16 Jun 2026 at 21:30, subham mahesh <indsubham6 at gmail.com> wrote:

> 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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