ATTRIBUTION.md

Attribution Requirements for Game-Changing Translator

Original Author

Game-Changing Translator was created by Tomasz Kamiński in 2025.

Attribution Requirements

When forking, modifying, or redistributing this software, you MUST:

1. Preserve Copyright Notices

• Keep all copyright notices intact in all source files
• Maintain the original LICENSE file
• Preserve this ATTRIBUTION.md file

2. Visible Attribution

• Include "Original Author: Tomasz Kamiński" in any README or documentation
• Maintain credits in the application's About dialog or help section
• Keep attribution in any compiled/distributed versions

3. GPL v3 Compliance

• Follow all requirements of the GNU General Public License v3
• Make source code available if distributing binaries
• License derivative works under GPL v3

4. Modified Versions

If you modify this software:

• Clearly mark your changes as modifications
• Add your own copyright notice for your modifications
• Do NOT remove or obscure the original author attribution
• Include a prominent notice stating the software has been modified

5. Distribution Requirements

When redistributing (including forks):

• Include this attribution file
• Provide clear attribution to "Tomasz Kamiński as original author"
• Link back to the original repository: https://github.com/tomkam1702/OCR-Translator

Example Attribution Text

For documentation, websites, or applications using this code:

Based on Game-Changing Translator by Tomasz Kamiński
Original source: https://github.com/tomkam1702/OCR-Translator
Licensed under GNU GPL v3

Contact

For questions about attribution requirements, contact via GitHub issues.

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Remember: Proper attribution helps support open source development and respects the original creator's contributions.