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Open Source Software License for Singapore

Open Source Software License Template for Singapore

This Open Source Software License is a legal agreement governed by Singapore law that grants users the right to use, modify, and distribute software freely while protecting the original author's rights. It incorporates specific provisions of Singapore's Copyright Act and other relevant legislation, providing a framework that balances open access with legal protection. The license includes necessary warranties, liability limitations, and intellectual property provisions that comply with Singapore's legal requirements while maintaining the spirit of open source software distribution.

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What is a Open Source Software License?

The Open Source Software License is essential for software developers and organizations in Singapore who wish to make their software freely available while maintaining certain rights and protections. This document is specifically designed to comply with Singapore's legal framework, including the Copyright Act and related legislation. It provides clear terms for software usage, modification, and distribution, while addressing key aspects such as liability, warranties, and intellectual property rights. The license is particularly relevant in today's collaborative software development environment, where open source solutions are increasingly important.

What sections should be included in a Open Source Software License?

1. Parties: Identifies the licensor and potential licensees

2. Background: Explains the software and purpose of the license

3. Definitions: Defines key terms used throughout the license

4. Grant of License: Specifies the rights being granted to licensees

5. License Conditions: Sets out conditions for using the software

6. Intellectual Property Rights: Addresses ownership and IP rights

7. Disclaimer of Warranty: Disclaims warranties as typical in open source licenses

8. Limitation of Liability: Limits licensor's liability under the license

What sections are optional to include in a Open Source Software License?

1. Patent Grant: Explicit patent license grant when software might involve patented technologies

2. Contribution Terms: Rules for accepting contributions to the software when expecting community contributions

3. Commercial Use Provisions: Special terms for commercial usage when distinguishing between commercial and non-commercial use

4. Export Control: Export compliance requirements when software might be subject to export controls

What schedules should be included in a Open Source Software License?

1. Software Description: Detailed description of the licensed software and components

2. Third-Party Components: List of third-party software components and their licenses

3. Acceptable Use Policy: Detailed terms of acceptable use

4. Attribution Requirements: Required attributions and notices

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ Ƶ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

Jurisdiction

Singapore

Publisher

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Document Type

License Agreement

Sector

IP

Cost

Free to use
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Industries

Copyright Act (Chapter 63): Primary legislation governing intellectual property rights in software, defining scope of copyright protection, addressing licensing rights and permissions. 2021 amendments include provisions for computational data analysis.

Patents Act (Chapter 221): Legislation governing software-related patents, particularly relevant for patent non-assertion clauses common in open source licenses.

Contract Act (Chapter 53): Fundamental legislation governing contract formation, enforcement, and requirements for valid consideration under Singapore law.

Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Legislation governing personal data protection requirements, relevant if the software processes personal data.

Computer Misuse Act: Act governing computer crimes and security, relevant for drafting security provisions and limitations of liability in software licenses.

Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Legislation ensuring license terms don't violate competition laws, particularly relevant for commercial use provisions in open source licenses.

International Treaties: Various international treaties Singapore is party to, including WIPO Copyright Treaty, affecting software licensing and intellectual property protection.

Free Trade Agreements: Singapore's obligations under various free trade agreements that may impact software licensing terms and intellectual property rights.

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