Nexa Source Available License v1 (NSALv1)
Copyright © 2026 Nexa Authors

Redistribution and use of the Nexa software (the “Software”) in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted under the following conditions:

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1. Definitions

1.1 "Software"
   The term "Software" refers to all code, documentation, assets, and associated files distributed in this repository as part of the Nexa project.

1.2 "You" or "Licensee"
   Refers to any individual or entity obtaining a copy of the Software.

1.3 "Service"
   Refers to any public or commercial deployment that allows third-party users to access, trade, or interact with the Software as a hosted platform.

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2. Permitted Use

2.1 Viewing
   You may view the Software solely for auditing, educational purposes, or contribution review.

2.2 Contribution
   You may submit contributions to the Software under the rules described in Section 4 (Contributions).

2.3 Restrictions
   Any other use of the Software, including running it as a hosted service or for commercial purposes, is explicitly prohibited unless authorized by Nexa Authors.

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3. Prohibited Use

3.1 Hosting / Monetization
   You may not provide the Software as a Service to third parties or commercially monetize it in any form.

3.2 Competing Platforms
   You may not distribute a fork of the Software as a competing platform, trading terminal, or service.

3.3 License Modification
   You may not remove, alter, or obscure copyright notices or license terms contained in the Software.

3.4 Circumvention
   Any attempt to bypass, override, or ignore the restrictions of this license is strictly prohibited.

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4. Contributions

4.1 Licensing of Contributions
   By submitting any code, documentation, or other materials (a "Contribution") to this repository, you grant Nexa Authors a perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, copy, modify, and redistribute such Contributions under the terms of this license.

4.2 Copyright Retention
   Contributors retain copyright to their Contributions. By contributing, you affirm that you have the legal right to license the work and that the Contribution does not infringe any third-party rights.

4.3 Prohibited Contributions
   You may not submit Contributions that:
      a. Attempt to circumvent or bypass this license,
      b. Include proprietary code from third parties without permission,
      c. Enable commercial use or hosting of the Software in violation of this license.

4.4 Acceptance
   By contributing, you acknowledge that your Contributions are bound by these rules and agree to comply automatically.

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5. Disclaimer

5.1 As-Is
   The Software is provided "as-is," without any express or implied warranty, including but not limited to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

5.2 Liability
   Nexa Authors shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use or inability to use the Software, including direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

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6. Termination

6.1 Automatic Termination
   This license is automatically terminated if you violate any prohibited use clauses.

6.2 Obligations Upon Termination
   Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Software, remove all copies, and destroy any derivatives in your possession.

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7. Governing Law

7.1 Jurisdiction
   This license shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of your local jurisdiction.

7.2 Legal Rights
   Nothing in this license constitutes a waiver of your legal rights.

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8. Acceptance

8.1 Agreement
   By using, copying, modifying, or contributing to the Software, you agree to be bound by all terms of this license.

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