Public Domain Licenses in Open Source

The Public Domain licenses are a subset of open source licenses that allow the work to be used, modified, and distributed without any restrictions. Here are some key points about Public Domain licenses:

• No Copyright: Works in the public domain are not protected by copyright laws.
• Free to Use: Anyone can use, modify, and distribute the work without any permission or fees.
• Global: Public Domain licenses are recognized worldwide.

Benefits of Public Domain Licenses

• Maximum Freedom: Users have the most flexibility in using the work.
• Innovation: It encourages innovation as there are no restrictions on modifying the work.

Common Public Domain Licenses

• CC0: Creative Commons Public Domain Dedication.
• Public Domain Mark: Public Domain Mark by the Internet Archive.

Where to Learn More

For more information on open source licenses and the Public Domain, visit our Open Source Licenses page.

Creative Commons

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