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I have recently opened a site for freeware. I am offering free webspace to any freeware developer. However there are some rules. You must be able to prove the software is your own work and that all credit is given where it is required. If you can comply with these rules send me a PM or reply with an email address so I can contact you. I would post a link but I am not sure if this is allowed on this forum so if you would like to find out more please PM me also. Thannk you for reading.

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For 's free-webspace offer, a short, practical set of policies and a submission checklist will make onboarding faster and reduce legal and security risk. Clear expectations protect both the host and the developer while making hosted projects more discoverable.

Recommended submission checklist:

  • License file with an SPDX identifier (clear license = fewer disputes).
  • README with purpose, install/run steps, and minimal support info.
  • Release artifacts: source archive and optional binaries, each with SHA256 checksums.
  • Provenance evidence: public VCS link with commit history or a cryptographically signed release (signed tags or archives).
  • Third-party components list with exact licenses and attribution notes.
  • Short metadata: version, keywords, platform, and compatibility notes.

Host-side practices worth adopting:

  • Require a declared license and provenance before publishing.
  • Run basic malware scans on uploads (e.g., VirusTotal) and refuse binaries with suspicious detections.
  • Publish simple hosting terms (liability limits, takedown/DMCA procedure, attribution rules).
  • Keep a moderation log for takedowns and repeat offenders to reduce risk over time.

In response to : distributing freeware is often a strategic choice — it builds visibility, gathers real user feedback, attracts contributors, supports hiring/portfolio goals, and can feed a freemium or support-based business model. Legal cautions: avoid hosting projects that include incompatible third‑party code or unclear rights, and require submitters to document all included libraries.

For license guidance see the Open Source Initiative list (https://opensource.org/licenses/) and for signed releases see OpenPGP practices (https://www.openpgp.org/). VirusTotal is a practical quick-scan option (https://www.virustotal.com/).

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That is great. But i don't understand why would anyone want to give any their software for free...

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The majority of developers have freeware applications to help promote and advertise their buisness.

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