TL;DR - Key Points
Free Products (MIT License):
- Use, modify, distribute freely
- Include in your own projects
- Commercial use allowed
- Must include copyright notice
Paid Products (TI PowerUp License):
- Use per your license type (Single/Multi/Unlimited)
- Modify for your own use
- Cannot redistribute or resell
- Cannot share or upload publicly
Software License
This document explains the licenses that govern use of software from TI PowerUp (tipowerup.com). Jump to Quick Reference
Two License Types
TI PowerUp offers products under two different licenses:
| License | Applies To | Key Difference |
|---|---|---|
| MIT License | Free products | Open source, can redistribute |
| TI PowerUp License | Paid products | Restricted, cannot redistribute |
Free Products - MIT License
Free products are released under the MIT License, a permissive open-source license.
You CAN:
- ✓ Use the software for any purpose, including commercial
- ✓ Modify the source code
- ✓ Distribute copies to others
- ✓ Include in products you sell
- ✓ Sublicense to others
You MUST:
- Include the original copyright notice and license text in copies
MIT License Text
MIT License
Copyright (c) TI PowerUp (tipowerup.com)
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.
Paid Products - TI PowerUp License
Paid products are licensed under the TI PowerUp License, a proprietary license.
Grant of License
Upon purchase, TI PowerUp grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the software ("Product") subject to the terms below.
License Tiers
| License | Permitted Use |
|---|---|
| Single Site | One (1) domain that you own or operate |
| Multi-Site | Up to five (5) domains that you own or operate |
| Unlimited | Unlimited domains that you own or operate |
Domain-based licensing: A "site" refers to a single domain, including all its subdomains. For example, example.com, app.example.com, and staging.example.com all count as one site.
"Own or operate" means domains belonging to you, your company, or clients where you are the developer. It does NOT include reselling the Product itself.
Permitted Use
You MAY:
- ✓ Install and use the Product according to your license type
- ✓ Modify the Product's source code for your own use
- ✓ Create backup copies for archival purposes
- ✓ Move the Product to a different server or domain (within your license scope)
- ✓ Upgrade your license tier at any time
Restrictions
You may NOT:
- ✗ Redistribute, share, sublicense, lease, or transfer the Product to any third party
- ✗ Sell, resell, or offer the Product for sale on any platform or marketplace
- ✗ Include the Product in any product, template, or package that you distribute or sell
- ✗ Share the Product in public or private repositories (GitHub, GitLab, etc.)
- ✗ Upload to file-sharing, torrent, or nulled script websites
- ✗ Remove, alter, or obscure any copyright notices, license keys, or author attributions
- ✗ Use the Product to create a competing product or service
- ✗ Claim authorship or ownership of the Product
Modifications
You may modify the Product for your own use. Modified versions remain subject to this license and may not be distributed.
You modify the Product at your own risk. We are not responsible for any issues arising from your modifications.
Ownership
The Product is licensed, not sold. The author(s) retain all intellectual property rights. Your license grants usage rights only.
License Transfer
Licenses are non-transferable with one exception:
- Business sale: If your business is sold or acquired, licenses may transfer to the new owner provided you notify us and the new owner agrees to these license terms
- Contact us at [email protected] for license transfer requests
Support and Updates
One-Time Purchases:
- Lifetime license to use the version you purchased
- Updates included for the lifetime of the product
- Base support included
Subscription Purchases (Yearly):
- License valid while subscription is active
- Access to updates while subscription is active
- Base support included while subscription is active
If Your Subscription Expires:
- You may continue using the product on existing domains
- You may NOT download new versions or install via our platform
- To restore full access, renew your subscription
Support Levels:
- Base Support: Included with all purchases (documentation, community, email support)
- Premium Support: Available separately with priority response and direct assistance. See Premium Support for details.
Quick Reference
| Question | Free (MIT) | Paid (TI PowerUp) |
|---|---|---|
| Can I use commercially? | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Can I modify the code? | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes, for own use |
| Can I redistribute? | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Can I include in products I sell? | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Can I use for client sites? | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes, if you install it |
| Can I give files to my client? | ✓ Yes | ✗ No, they need their own license |
| Do subdomains count separately? | N/A | ✓ No, all subdomains = one site |
| What if my subscription expires? | N/A | ✓ Keep using, but no new downloads |
Warranty Disclaimer
ALL PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. THE AUTHORS DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- MERCHANTABILITY
- FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
- NONINFRINGEMENT
- THAT THE PRODUCT WILL BE ERROR-FREE, UNINTERRUPTED, OR BUG-FREE
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties, so the above exclusions may not apply to you. You may have additional rights under your local consumer protection laws.
Limitation of Liability
IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES ARISING FROM USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
- DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
- LOST PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
- BUSINESS INTERRUPTION
- COST OF SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS OR SERVICES
- THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU
- DAMAGES ARISING FROM EVENTS BEYOND OUR REASONABLE CONTROL
THIS APPLIES EVEN IF WE WERE ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
MAXIMUM LIABILITY: Our total liability shall not exceed the greater of: the amount you paid for the Product, or Fifty US Dollars ($50 USD).
Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for certain damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Termination
For paid products:
- Minor violations (e.g., exceeding license tier, failure to include copyright notice): We will notify you and provide 14 days to cure the violation before termination
- Serious violations (redistribution, resale, piracy): License terminates immediately without notice
- Upon termination, you must delete all copies of the Product from all systems
- Termination does not entitle you to a refund
Voluntary termination: You may terminate your license at any time by deleting all copies of the Product from your systems.
Surviving clauses: The Warranty Disclaimer, Limitation of Liability, and Governing Law sections survive termination of this license.
Free products (MIT License): The MIT License is irrevocable. You retain the right to use free products you have already downloaded, even if your account is terminated. However, account termination means you lose access to the platform and cannot download updates.
Governing Law
This license is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. If you are a consumer, you may also have rights under the laws of your country of residence that cannot be waived by contract.
Contact
License Questions:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: Contact Us
By downloading or purchasing products from TI PowerUp, you agree to the applicable license terms.
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