docs: add info about bsd-2-clause license

hotosm · Jul 9, 2024 · 88cba21 · 88cba21
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diff --git a/docs/dev-guide/repo-management/licensing.md b/docs/dev-guide/repo-management/licensing.md
@@ -31,6 +31,16 @@ website), and some older code using the BSD license or pubic domain.
   exploitation of open code, making any modifications open so the
   entire community can benefit.
 
+> Originally HOT was using BSD-2-Clause, which is more permissive
+> and not copyleft, meaning it is fully open but there is no protection
+> from commercial exploitation.
+>
+> Tools using BSD-2-Clause:
+>
+> - Tasking Manager
+> - Export Tool
+> - Open Aerial Map
+
 ## Other Content is CC-BY
 
 - Creative content, such as translations and designs are copyrighted

diff --git a/docs/dev-practices.md b/docs/dev-practices.md
@@ -17,6 +17,13 @@ software development practices.
   [AGPLv3](https://www.gnu.org/licenses/agpl-3.0.en.html)
   unless otherwise specified.
 
+> Note: some tools still use BSD-2-Clause:
+>
+> - Tasking Manager
+> - Export Tool
+> - Open Aerial Map
+>   [More details here](./dev-guide/repo-management/licensing.md)
+
 ## Repo Management
 
 ### Branches