# Legal Information

## License

Molly is free software licensed under the GNU Affero General Public License,
version 3 only (`AGPL-3.0-only`).

See `LICENSE` for the full license text and `NOTICE` for copyright and
third-party notices.

## Copyright

Molly includes original work by Molly contributors as well as code derived from
Signal Android and other third-party components.

For completely new source files originally authored by Molly contributors, we
commonly use headers such as:

```text
Copyright 2026 Molly Instant Messenger
SPDX-License-Identifier: AGPL-3.0-only
```

Files derived from upstream or third-party code may preserve different
copyright notices.

Existing copyright, license, and attribution notices should be kept intact.

## Cryptography and Export

This distribution includes cryptographic software. Laws on the import,
possession, use, export, and re-export of encryption software vary by country.

Before using or distributing Molly, please check the laws and regulations that
apply in your jurisdiction.

## No Affiliation

Molly is an independent project and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or
sponsored by Signal Messenger, LLC or the Signal Foundation.

## Trademarks

"Signal" and associated names, marks, and logos are the property of their
respective owners, including Signal Messenger, LLC where applicable.

Use of third-party names, marks, or logos in this repository is for
identification, compatibility, or attribution purposes only and does not imply
affiliation, sponsorship, or endorsement.

## Warranty

Molly is provided under the AGPL on an "as is" basis, without warranty of any
kind, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

See `LICENSE` for the full disclaimer and limitation of liability.