License & Project Status

StaxPing is distributed under a source‑available, noncommercial license.
The source code is openly viewable and modifiable, but commercial use of any kind requires explicit permission from StaxDash.

License Model

StaxPing uses a custom Source‑Available, Noncommercial License, designed to:

allow viewing and studying the source
allow modification for personal or internal use
allow redistribution of modified or unmodified versions
prevent commercial exploitation without permission
maintain project integrity and author control

This license is intentionally simple and developer‑friendly while protecting the commercial rights of StaxDash.

Noncommercial Use

You may:

use StaxPing personally or within your organization
modify the source code
redistribute modified or unmodified versions
fork the project for noncommercial purposes

You may not:

sell StaxPing
include it in a paid product or service
use it in commercial consulting or diagnostics
monetize modified or unmodified versions

Commercial use requires written approval.

Requesting Commercial Use

For commercial licensing, integration, or redistribution:

Email:
[email protected]

Requests are reviewed individually.
Approval is not automatic and may include additional terms.

License Files

The repository includes:

LICENSE — governs source code usage
EULA.txt — governs binary distribution

If a conflict exists, the EULA takes precedence for binary releases.

Project Status

StaxPing is currently in active development.

Recent progress includes:

DNS, ICMP, HTTP, and traceroute modules
First‑run setup and capability detection
Config system
Linux .deb packaging
AppImage support

Upcoming milestones:

Windows .exe distribution
APT repository
Advanced flags
Extended diagnostics
Long‑term ecosystem integration