License Information

Understanding the different licenses used across this site and in my projects.

This is a quick reference for all licenses that you may see on this site. Understanding these licenses is important for knowing how you can use various resources and content.

Note: Text with an underscore in the original documentation indicates direct links to official license pages.

Royalty Free

Content that can be used without paying royalties, but may have other restrictions.

Royalty Free No AI License

Royalty-free content that specifically prohibits use in AI training or generation.

CC Attribution

Allows others to distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon the material in any medium or format, as long as attribution is given to the creator.

CC Attribution-NonCommercial

Allows others to remix, adapt, and build upon the material non-commercially, with attribution to the creator.

CC Attribution-NoDerivatives

Allows for redistribution, commercial and non-commercial, as long as it is passed along unchanged and in whole, with credit to the creator.

CC Attribution-ShareAlike

Allows others to remix, adapt, and build upon the material in any medium or format, as long as attribution is given and new creations are licensed under identical terms.

No AI Use Allowed

Content that specifically prohibits use in artificial intelligence training, generation, or related applications.

Editorial Use Only

Content that can only be used for editorial purposes such as news, education, or commentary, not for commercial advertising.

Personal Use Only

Content that can only be used for personal, non-commercial purposes.

Paid License

Content that requires payment or subscription for use, with terms defined by the license agreement.

Public Domain

Content that is free from copyright restrictions and can be used by anyone for any purpose without permission.

Custom License

Content with specific licensing terms that don't fit standard categories. Always check the individual license terms.

Own Creation

Content created by me (Wheelie). Usage terms may vary by project.

Important Legal Notice

This page provides general information about common licenses but should not be considered legal advice. Always refer to the original license text for authoritative information.

When in doubt about licensing terms, contact the original creator or consult with a legal professional. Respecting creators' rights and license terms is essential for a healthy creative community.