Commercial use

[ksv87]

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Hello, can I export the model to onnx format after training and use this onnx model in a commercial project without revealing the source code of my project?

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[laishenghui]

i want konw this too

[Chilicyy]

Hi @ksv87 @laishenghui , according to the GPL-3.0 license, it has certain conditions regarding distribution, especially when it comes to commercial use.

• If you intend to distribute your project that incorporates GPL-3.0 licensed components, you must release the entire source code of your project under the GPL-3.0 license.
• If you are using the GPL-3.0 licensed software only internally within a company and do not distribute it, you are not required to disclose the source code.
• If you want to build a commercial project with GPL-3.0 licensed components and not reveal your source code, you cannot distribute the software outside the company. If you need to distribute the software without disclosing your source code, you should consider using software with a more permissive license or negotiate a separate licensing agreement with the copyright holders of the GPL-3.0 licensed software.
• Keep in mind that this information is not legal advice. For specific legal counsel regarding GPL-3.0 license and your project, you should consult with a qualified attorney.

[ksv87]

@Chilicyy thanks for the answer, in my project I will not use the code from the yolov6 repository, but only use 1 file with the onnx model obtained as a result of training, in this case I still have to disclose the source code during distribution?