Islamic Open Source License (IOSL)

Preamble

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

This software is distributed under the terms of the Islamic Open Source License (IOSL), which encourages the sharing and improvement of knowledge while upholding principles of justice, fairness, and compassion as outlined in Islam. This license provides freedom to use, modify, and distribute software, but with the responsibility of promoting the well-being of others and avoiding harm.

1. Grant of License

You are free to:

• Use: You can use the software for any lawful purpose, as long as it does not violate the ethical principles of Islam or cause harm to others.
• Modify: You can modify the software to suit your needs, provided your changes do not lead to harm or injustice.
• Distribute: You can distribute the software and its modifications, but you must do so under the terms of this license and provide the same freedoms to others.

2. Conditions for Redistribution

• Preservation of Faith and Ethics: The software cannot be used for purposes that promote sin, immorality, injustice, or harm. You must ensure that any modification or redistribution does not contradict the teachings of Islam or cause harm to others.
• Transparency: You must provide access to the source code of the software when redistributing it, along with a clear explanation of any modifications you have made. This transparency helps others use and learn from your contributions.
• Attribution: You must credit the original authors of the software and acknowledge their contribution. The name of the software or authors should not be used to mislead or deceive others.
• Free Access: The software must always remain free to use and access. Commercial redistribution is allowed, but it must be in accordance with the principles of fairness, honesty, and not exploit the software for unethical profit.

3. Responsibility of Beneficiaries

You are encouraged to:

• Promote the Well-being of Others: Share this software with others to promote knowledge, education, and development that benefits society in accordance with Islamic values.
• Avoid Harm: You must not use the software or its derivatives in ways that cause harm or mislead others, particularly in ways that violate the teachings of Islam.

4. No Warranty

The software is provided as is, without warranty of any kind. While the creators and distributors aim to adhere to ethical principles, they are not responsible for any harm or damage that may result from the use of the software. It is your responsibility to ensure that the software is used in a way that does not violate Islamic principles or cause harm to others.

5. Termination of License

If at any time you violate the conditions of this license, your rights to use, modify, and distribute the software shall be terminated, and you must cease using the software immediately. Repentance and seeking forgiveness is encouraged, and you may restore your right to use the software after rectifying your actions and adhering to the terms of this license.

6. Compatibility with Other Licenses

This license is compatible with other open-source licenses, provided they do not conflict with the principles of Islam. If another license requires conditions that are contrary to Islamic ethics, those conditions are not enforceable.

7. Jurisdiction and Dispute Resolution

Any disputes regarding this license will be resolved according to the principles of Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh), under the guidance of the Quran and Sunnah. If an issue cannot be resolved through mutual consultation, arbitration may be sought from an Islamic scholar or panel.