GERMAN SHIELD - COMMERCIAL LICENSE AGREEMENT
Version 1.0 - December 2024

This Commercial License grants you additional rights beyond the GPL v2 license
for the German Shield WordPress Plugin.

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COMMERCIAL LICENSE BENEFITS
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This Commercial License grants you the following additional rights:

✓ RESALE RIGHTS:
  - Bundle German Shield with your premium themes/plugins
  - Sell on marketplaces (ThemeForest, CodeCanyon, etc.)
  - Include in commercial WordPress products

✓ WHITE-LABEL RIGHTS (Enterprise only):
  - Rebrand the plugin with your own name/logo
  - Remove "German Shield" attribution
  - Custom plugin naming

✓ SAAS RIGHTS:
  - Use in multi-tenant hosting platforms
  - Offer as a service to your customers
  - Include in managed WordPress services

✓ API ACCESS:
  - Unlimited API calls to German Shield services
  - Premium GEO-IP database access
  - Advanced threat intelligence feeds

✓ PRIORITY SUPPORT:
  - Email support with 24h response time
  - Phone/video support (Enterprise only)
  - Custom feature development available

✓ LIFETIME UPDATES:
  - Automatic plugin updates
  - Early access to new features
  - Beta testing opportunities

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LICENSE TIERS
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STANDARD COMMERCIAL LICENSE ($199/year):
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- Resale/bundling rights
- Up to 25 installations
- API access included
- Email support
- Attribution required
- No white-labeling

PROFESSIONAL LICENSE ($499/year):
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- Everything in Standard
- Up to 100 installations
- Priority support
- Custom branding allowed
- Reduced attribution (footer only)
- Quarterly business reviews

ENTERPRISE LICENSE ($1,499/year or $4,999 lifetime):
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- Everything in Professional
- UNLIMITED installations
- Full white-label rights
- No attribution required
- Dedicated account manager
- Custom development included (up to 20h/year)
- Phone/video support
- SLA guarantee (99.9% uptime)
- Early access to new features

DEVELOPER LICENSE ($2,999/year):
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- Build unlimited client sites
- Resell to unlimited clients
- Include in your products
- White-label rights
- Priority support
- Revenue sharing available

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OBTAINING A COMMERCIAL LICENSE
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Purchase Options:

1. DIRECT PURCHASE:
   Website: https://german-shield.com/pricing
   Email: sales@german-shield.com

2. ENVATO MARKETPLACES:
   ThemeForest: [URL]
   CodeCanyon: [URL]

3. ENTERPRISE INQUIRIES:
   Email: enterprise@german-shield.com
   Phone: +49 (0) XXX XXXXXXX

4. RESELLER PROGRAM:
   Email: partners@german-shield.com
   (Special pricing for agencies and resellers)

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TERMS & CONDITIONS
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1. LICENSE KEY:
   - Each license includes a unique license key
   - License key must be activated on your domains
   - Deactivation required before transferring

2. INSTALLATION LIMITS:
   - Based on license tier
   - One domain = one installation
   - Subdomains count as separate installations
   - Localhost/staging environments are FREE

3. SUPPORT PERIOD:
   - Included with active license
   - Renewals available at 30% discount
   - Lifetime licenses include lifetime support

4. UPDATES:
   - Automatic updates during license period
   - Security updates provided for 1 year after expiration
   - Lifetime licenses receive lifetime updates

5. REFUND POLICY:
   - 30-day money-back guarantee
   - No questions asked
   - Lifetime licenses: 60-day guarantee

6. TRANSFER RIGHTS:
   - Standard/Pro: Non-transferable
   - Enterprise/Developer: Transferable with approval
   - Transfer fee: $99

7. TERMINATION:
   - License can be terminated for abuse
   - Refund provided for remaining period
   - Grace period: 30 days to comply

8. LIABILITY:
   - Software provided "AS IS"
   - No warranty for fitness of purpose
   - Liability limited to license fee paid
   - Indemnification for commercial use

9. COMPLIANCE:
   - Must comply with WordPress.org guidelines
   - GPL source code requirements
   - Proper attribution (unless Enterprise)
   - No illegal/harmful use

10. JURISDICTION:
    - Governed by German law
    - Disputes resolved in German courts
    - English version prevails

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Q: Can I use this on client websites?
A: Yes! Standard license allows up to 25 client sites. Professional allows 100.
   For unlimited, choose Enterprise or Developer license.

Q: Do my clients need their own license?
A: No! Your license covers sites you build/manage for clients.

Q: Can I include this in my premium theme?
A: Yes, with Standard license or higher. White-label requires Enterprise.

Q: What happens when my license expires?
A: Plugin continues to work, but no updates/support. API access disabled.
   Renew at 30% discount anytime.

Q: Can I upgrade my license tier?
A: Yes! Pay the difference, pro-rated for remaining period.

Q: Is VAT included?
A: No. EU customers: add VAT based on your country.
   Non-EU: no additional tax.

Q: Do you offer volume discounts?
A: Yes! Contact enterprise@german-shield.com for 10+ licenses.

Q: What payment methods?
A: Credit card, PayPal, wire transfer (Enterprise only), crypto (on request).

Q: Can I get a trial?
A: Yes! 14-day trial available. Contact sales@german-shield.com

Q: Do you offer agency/reseller discounts?
A: Yes! Partners program available. Contact partners@german-shield.com

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CONTACT INFORMATION
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General Inquiries:  info@german-shield.com
Sales:              sales@german-shield.com
Support:            support@german-shield.com
Licensing:          license@german-shield.com
Enterprise:         enterprise@german-shield.com
Partners/Resellers: partners@german-shield.com

Website:            https://german-shield.com
Documentation:      https://german-shield.com/docs
Status Page:        https://status.german-shield.com

Mailing Address:
German Shield
[Your Company Name]
[Street Address]
[ZIP City]
Germany

VAT-ID: DE[XXX XXX XXX]
Commercial Register: [HRB XXXXX]

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ACCEPTANCE
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By purchasing and using a Commercial License, you agree to these terms.

If you do not agree, do not activate your license key and request a refund
within 30 days.

This agreement is effective from the date of purchase and remains valid
for the duration of your license period.

Thank you for choosing German Shield!

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Last Updated: December 2024
Version: 1.0.0

