Differences

This shows you the differences between two versions of the page.

--- license [2024/07/09 06:08] – less bad cop good cop (move Discord support link to the actual support page) atari
+++ license [2026/06/19 15:57] (current) – [How can I help?] lbrpdx
@@ Line 19: / Line 19: @@
 ===== Is starting a new project based on Batocera sources allowed? =====
-Yes, it is allowed! We are aware that several other open-source projects have taken their roots from Batocera, and we love it -- we regard this as a seal of approval of the quality of our code and project ;-)
+Yes, it is allowed. We’re aware that several other open‑source projects have taken their roots from Batocera, and we are cool with it, we regard this as a seal of approval of the quality of our code and project ;-)
+That said, if you fork Batocera into a new project, please be respectful of our work and the license. Don’t turn it into a commercial product, or a way to make money from our work. Also, if you develop meaningful improvements that could benefit the community, we kindly ask that you contribute them back to Batocera so everyone can enjoy them. Open source software matters.
 ===== How can I help? =====
 Our license, [[:batocera.linux_architecture#buildroot|Buildroot origins]] and [[:compile_batocera.linux|build process]] make it fairly easy for anyone with development skills to [[https://github.com/batocera-linux/batocera.linux/issues|help us]]. But you don't necessarily need to be a developer to help: [[:wiki:wiki-editing-practices|editing wiki articles]], [[:help_with_translation|translation]], [[https://batocera.org/tutorials.php|tutorial videos]], reviews, [[:blog_writing|blog writing]], [[:write_themes_for_emulationstation|themes]]... there are plenty of things you can do! The best entry point is to come to our [[https://discord.gg/ndyUKA5|Discord channel]] and tell us how you want to help (or check out the [[:contributing-to-batocera|various]] [[:coding_rules|wiki]] [[:compile_batocera.linux|articles]]).
-You can also make a donation to the project. The development team's work is **much easier** when we have access to new development boards, USB wifi adapters or bluetooth controllers. So, [[https://www.paypal.me/nadenislamarre|any contribution to our Paypal account]] is always appreciated. Thank you!
+You can also make a donation to the project. The development team's work is **much easier** when we have access to new development boards, USB wifi adapters or bluetooth controllers. So, [[https://www.paypal.me/nadenislamarre|any contribution to our Paypal account]] is always appreciated, or you can [[https://github.com/sponsors/batocera-linux|become a GitHub sponsor]]. Thank you!
 ===== Batocera logo and splash screeens =====