Why Dietrich AI Labs Software Is Freeware
Dietrich AI Labs keeps software free to use where possible, without a mandatory subscription or paid feature gate.
What “freeware” means here
- No mandatory subscription is required for use.
- Optional contributions help cover publishing, testing, hosting, and future project work.
- Local workflows and release validation remain accessible regardless of payment.
What freeware is not
- Freeware is not the same as always open source.
- Some source components may not be open or publicly available.
- Support is often community-facing, with formal channels for issues and contact.
How we sustain this model
Optional support contributions support infrastructure, release packaging, and future experimentation, but they are never required to use the software.