GPL License - Techariens

1. Overview of the GPL

The products available for purchase on Techariens.net, including WordPress themes, plugins, and related digital goods, are distributed under the General Public License (GPL). The GPL is a free software license that allows you to use, modify, and redistribute the software, with some conditions.

The GPL is designed to ensure that users have freedom over the software they use. These freedoms include:

  • The freedom to run the program as you wish, for any purpose.
  • The freedom to study and modify the program to suit your needs.
  • The freedom to distribute copies of the program, either for free or for a fee.
  • The freedom to distribute modified versions of the program, so others can benefit from your changes.

2. What Does GPL Mean for You?

When you purchase WordPress themes or plugins from Techariens.net, you are receiving these products under the terms of the GPL. This means you have the freedom to:

  • Use the products on as many websites as you like (commercial or personal).
  • Modify the code to suit your needs, or even sell your modified version (as long as you comply with the GPL).
  • Distribute the products, as long as you include the same GPL license.

3. Why Do We Use the GPL?

We use the GPL to:

  • Ensure the freedom of software: The GPL aligns with the open-source philosophy, allowing anyone to benefit from the work we put into creating themes and plugins.
  • Encourage community contributions: By allowing users to modify and share our themes and plugins, we hope to foster a collaborative environment where users can improve and share their work.
  • Comply with WordPress guidelines: WordPress itself is GPL-licensed, and we follow the same licensing to ensure compatibility and consistency with the larger WordPress community.

4. Benefits of the GPL License

  • Freedom to Use: You can use our themes and plugins on any WordPress site, without any restrictions. Whether it’s for personal use, a client project, or a commercial site, you are free to use our products however you see fit.
  • No Vendor Lock-In: Since our products are GPL-licensed, you are not bound to Techariens.net for ongoing usage or updates. You can modify the product, redistribute it, or even get support elsewhere if needed.
  • Transparency: The GPL provides you with access to the source code, enabling you to make customizations or modifications as required.

5. What You Cannot Do Under the GPL?

While the GPL grants you significant freedoms, there are a few restrictions that you must keep in mind:

  • You cannot remove the GPL license or apply a different license to the original work (though you can apply your own license to your modifications).
  • You cannot use the products in a way that violates WordPress’s GPL or other applicable laws, such as embedding GPL-licensed software into proprietary software without following the GPL terms.
  • You cannot claim the themes or plugins as your own if you redistribute them; you must retain the GPL license and attribution to the original authors.

6. What We Provide with GPL-licensed Products?

When you purchase a product from Techariens.net, you get:

  • The full source code of the theme or plugin, available for download after your purchase.
  • Updates: You will receive free updates for the lifetime of the product, as long as we continue to offer it.
  • Basic Support: We provide limited support for installation and basic troubleshooting. However, we do not provide ongoing maintenance, customization, or modification support.

7. How Updates Work Under the GPL?

Since our products are GPL-licensed, you will receive free updates for as long as the product is available on our website. When we release a new version, you will be notified through email or via your account on Techariens.net. To update your product, simply download the latest version from your account and replace the old version.

8. Modifying and Customizing GPL-licensed Products

You have the freedom to modify the code of any WordPress theme or plugin purchased from Techariens.net to suit your needs. If you are comfortable with coding or have a developer, you can:

  • Customize the design, features, or functionality.
  • Enhance the product with your own features.
  • Distribute the modified version (under the same GPL license).

If you make modifications to the product, you are not required to share them publicly, but you must still adhere to the GPL if you decide to redistribute the modified product.

9. GPL and Commercial Usage

You are free to use our GPL-licensed themes and plugins on client websites and for commercial purposes. The GPL does not restrict you from using these products for business or profit-making purposes. Whether you’re developing a personal blog or a client’s eCommerce website, the GPL allows for full usage and modification rights.

10. How to Get Support for GPL Products?

While we offer limited support for all our GPL-licensed products, you can reach out to our support team at [email protected] for assistance with installation issues, basic troubleshooting, and updates. Please note that support for customizations and advanced features may require additional expertise and is not covered by our standard support.

Conclusion

By purchasing products from Techariens.net, you agree to the GPL license terms and gain full control over how you use, modify, and distribute our themes and plugins. The GPL is designed to give you complete freedom over your purchases while promoting an open-source community of collaboration and improvement.

If you have any questions about the GPL or need further clarification, feel free to contact us.

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