With thousands of plugins powering WordPress, understanding the legal obligations associated with their development and distribution is critical. My talk will focus on the key legal aspects of creating, using, and distributing WordPress plugins under open-source licenses, particularly the GNU General Public License (GPL). We’ll cover the basics of plugin licensing, how the GPL impacts derivative works, and what developers and businesses need to know to remain compliant when modifying or distributing plugins.
Attendees will learn about best practices for ensuring legal compliance when working with WordPress plugins, common pitfalls to avoid, and the role of licensing in maintaining the open-source ecosystem. My session is ideal for plugin developers, site administrators, and anyone looking to contribute to or monetize WordPress plugins while respecting open-source principles.