100% GPL or not? That is the question.

Jin
asked 10 years ago

Hello everyone,

As announced recently in our blog post, we have made a significant change in Terms and License: our WordPress products are now under Split GPL License instead of 100% GPL. We already explained the reason why we took this move in our blog post, however, apparently this move does not satisfy everyone. We recently received a feedback from one of our user and he pointed out some good points regarding the Split GPL License and why we should not go with it (you can read his argument at this link: http://designwall.com/question/very-disappointed-dw-falls-back-from-100-gpl-to-so-called-split-license/).

We will discuss and reconsider our decision. Meanwhile, we would like to ask for your opinions, since you will directly get affected by our product license as our users.

Let us know what you think about Split GPL License.

Thanks!

Ivica Zivaljic
replied 10 years ago

Not really sure what is the difference between these two Licenses but I know my Site would be worthless without your help.

So I am looking forward to continue to work with you in any case 🙂

elkcloner buddy
replied 10 years ago

So sad!!

Ivica Zivaljic
replied 10 years ago

elkcloner buddy can you please be more specific what’s so sad? I got e mail notification from your comment but I found your statement rather provactive than clear opinion

3 Answers

Anthony
answered 10 years ago

It’s really impressive that Jin is actually taking customer feedback seriously and in a positive thinking manner. I agree that some end-user customers may not even understand what GPL is about, but I honestly think that it would benefit the DW team more than anybody else by moving forward in a path that aligns with the mainstream WordPress community at large. Again, for the curious minds, please Google split+gpl+wordcamp.

Jin
answered 10 years ago

Hi everyone,
We have had time to discuss and reconsider our decision, also took advices from others, we have decided to reverse our Product License, from Split GPL back to 100% GPL.
We all hope this decision will satisfy everyone and as well as benefit everyone.
Thanks for your time and support!
DesignWall Team

Anthony
answered 10 years ago

Nice to hear this. I think DW is doing the right thing here, and I look forward to a more vibrant WordPress community with you guys actively engaging.

Jin
replied 10 years ago

Thanks for your support Nameslave 🙂