Document background
The Common Development And Distribution License (CDDL) agreement is essential for organizations engaged in open-source software development and distribution within Saudi Arabia. This document is specifically designed to comply with Saudi Arabian law, including Sharia principles, while maintaining the collaborative nature of open-source development. It becomes necessary when organizations need to establish clear terms for software development, modification, and distribution while ensuring protection of intellectual property rights and compliance with local regulations. The agreement addresses key aspects such as contributor rights, distribution obligations, warranties, and liability limitations, all within the context of Saudi legal framework and recent technological regulations introduced under Saudi Vision 2030. It's particularly relevant for projects requiring broad participation while maintaining legal certainty and regulatory compliance in the Saudi market.
