# ADR-0012: Apache-2.0 license; no AGPL hard dependencies

- **Status:** Accepted
- **Date:** 2026-07-30

## Context

Holesail (ideal TCP tunnel) is AGPL-3.0. PearDock aligns AGPL with Holesail. Flying Jib targets Holepunch-friendly **Apache-2.0** distribution and contribution.

## Decision

1. Project license: **Apache-2.0**.
2. Do **not** add AGPL packages (including `holesail`) as runtime hard dependencies.
3. Reimplement needed tunnel behavior with HyperDHT under Apache-2.0 (ADR-0006).
4. Any future AGPL exception requires a superseding ADR and explicit owner approval.

## Consequences

### Positive

- Clear contribution and redistribution story
- Aligns with most Holepunch modules

### Negative / tradeoffs

- Cannot drop in holesail; must maintain thin tunnel code
- Must watch transitive licenses (Prismarine is generally permissive — verify on install)

### Follow-ups

- [ ] Phase 5 optional license CI check
- [ ] SBOM note when packaging