License Agreement

Last updated: October 1, 2025

Software & Project Licensing

This License Agreement governs the use of software, code, and digital projects developed by Kanchan Maji. Different license types apply based on the nature of the work and client agreements.

1. License Types

1.1 Custom Client Projects

License Type: Exclusive Client License

  • Ownership: Client receives full ownership rights upon complete payment.
  • Usage Rights: Unrestricted use, modification, and distribution of delivered code.
  • Commercial Use: Permitted without additional fees or royalties.
  • Source Code: Provided with comprehensive documentation.
  • Warranty: 30-day warranty for defects in delivered code.
  • Support: Basic support included for 30 days post-delivery.

1.2 Open Source Contributions

License Type: MIT License (Default)

  • Permission: Free to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute.
  • Commercial Use: Permitted for commercial applications.
  • Attribution: Original copyright notice must be preserved.
  • Liability: Software provided "as is" without warranty.
  • GitHub Projects: Individual repositories may have specific licenses.

1.3 Portfolio & Demonstration Projects

License Type: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0

  • Usage: Free for educational and reference purposes.
  • Attribution: Credit must be given to Kanchan Maji.
  • Modification: Allowed with proper attribution.
  • Commercial Use: Requires separate commercial license agreement.
  • Distribution: Permitted with original license intact.

2. Custom Client Project License

2.1 Grant of License

Upon full payment of project fees, Kanchan Maji grants the Client:

  • Exclusive, perpetual, worldwide license to use the delivered software.
  • Right to modify, enhance, and customize the software for their needs.
  • Right to create derivative works based on the delivered software.
  • Right to use the software for commercial purposes without additional fees.
  • Right to distribute the software as part of their business operations.

2.2 Retained Rights

Kanchan Maji retains the following rights:

  • Right to use general programming techniques and methodologies learned.
  • Right to develop similar software for other clients using different implementations.
  • Right to showcase the project in portfolio (with client approval).
  • Right to use anonymized project data for case studies.

2.3 Third-Party Components

  • Third-party libraries and frameworks retain their original licenses.
  • Client is responsible for compliance with third-party license terms.
  • List of third-party components provided with project documentation.
  • Some third-party components may require separate licensing fees.

3. Open Source Projects License (MIT)

MIT License

Copyright (c) 2025 Kanchan Maji

Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:

The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Software.

THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE.

4. Commercial Licensing Options

4.1 Standard Commercial License

  • Single Application: License for one commercial application or website.
  • Modifications: Permitted for licensed application.
  • Support: 6 months of technical support included.
  • Updates: Minor updates provided for 1 year.
  • Redistribution: Not permitted without additional agreement.

4.2 Extended Commercial License

  • Multiple Applications: Use across multiple projects or applications.
  • Resale Rights: Right to resell as part of integrated solution.
  • White-label: Remove or modify attribution requirements.
  • Priority Support: Priority technical support and consultation.
  • Custom Modifications: Negotiated custom development services.

4.3 Enterprise License

  • Organization-wide: Use across entire organization.
  • Unlimited Projects: No restrictions on number of implementations.
  • Source Code Access: Full source code with documentation.
  • Custom Development: Negotiated additional development services.
  • Service Level Agreement: Guaranteed response times and uptime.

5. Warranty & Support

5.1 Limited Warranty

  • Duration: 30 days from delivery for custom projects.
  • Coverage: Defects in code that prevent normal operation.
  • Remedy: Repair or replacement of defective code.
  • Exclusions: Issues caused by client modifications or third-party software.

5.2 Support Services

  • Basic Support: Email support for 30 days post-delivery.
  • Documentation: Comprehensive technical documentation provided.
  • Bug Fixes: Critical bug fixes provided free of charge during warranty period.
  • Extended Support: Available through separate support agreements.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Original Code

  • All original code developed by Kanchan Maji is protected by copyright.
  • Client licenses are granted according to specific project agreements.
  • Unauthorized use of proprietary code is prohibited.

6.2 Client-Provided Materials

  • Client retains ownership of all materials provided for project development.
  • Client grants license to use materials for project completion.
  • Materials are used only for agreed-upon project purposes.

6.3 Collaborative Projects

  • Intellectual property rights determined by collaboration agreement.
  • Contributions may be jointly owned or individually attributed.
  • Open source contributions follow project-specific licenses.

7. Usage Restrictions

7.1 Prohibited Uses

Licensed software may not be used for:

  • Illegal activities or purposes that violate applicable laws.
  • Creating competing software products without proper licensing.
  • Reverse engineering for unauthorized replication.
  • Activities that infringe on third-party intellectual property rights.
  • Malicious software development or harmful applications.

7.2 Attribution Requirements

  • Open Source: Copyright notice must be preserved in source code.
  • Portfolio Projects: Credit to Kanchan Maji required in documentation.
  • Custom Projects: No attribution required unless specified in agreement.
  • Modified Works: Original attribution must be maintained.

8. Termination

8.1 Automatic Termination

  • License terminates automatically upon breach of terms.
  • Non-payment of licensing fees results in license suspension.
  • Violation of usage restrictions voids license agreement.

8.2 Effect of Termination

  • All rights granted under license immediately cease.
  • Client must cease all use of licensed software.
  • Client may be required to destroy all copies of software.
  • Termination does not affect completed custom project licenses.

9. Liability Limitations

  • Maximum Liability: Limited to amount paid for the specific license.
  • Consequential Damages: Not liable for indirect or consequential damages.
  • Data Loss: Client responsible for maintaining backups.
  • Third-Party Claims: Limited indemnification for intellectual property claims.
  • Force Majeure: Not liable for events beyond reasonable control.

10. Governing Law

  • This license agreement is governed by applicable Indian law.
  • Disputes resolved through negotiation and mediation when possible.
  • Jurisdiction for legal proceedings as mutually agreed.
  • International clients subject to local law compliance.

11. Contact for Licensing

For licensing inquiries, custom agreements, or clarifications:

kanchanmaji@zohomail.in
Kanchan Maji - Freelance Developer
Custom licensing agreements available upon request