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 # License and Copyright Notice
 
-© 2025 Eric Chung. All Rights Reserved.
-
-This project is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 (Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International). The complete source code is available on [GitHub](https://github.com/Eric-Chung-0511/Learning-Record/tree/main/Data%20Science%20Projects/PawMatchAI)
-
-## Model and Deployment Specific Terms
-
-This license covers all content in this Hugging Face repository, including but not limited to:
-- Model weights (.pth files)
-- Deployment configurations
-- Application files
-- All associated code and resources
-
-## Permissions
-Users are permitted to:
-- View and test the deployed model interface
-- Use the model for personal learning and academic research
-- Share links to this original deployment
-- Study the deployment implementation
-
-## Restrictions
-The following activities are expressly prohibited:
-- Commercial use or deployment
-- Redistribution of model weights
-- Creating derivative models
-- Integration into commercial products or services
-- Rehosting or redeploying the model
-- Training new models based on this implementation
-
-## Attribution Requirements
-When using or referencing this work:
-- You must provide appropriate credit to Eric Chung as the original author
-- You must include a link to this Hugging Face deployment
-- You must include a link to the original GitHub repository
-- You must indicate if any changes were made
+© 2025 Eric Chung. 
+
+## Overview
+This work represents a portfolio project created to demonstrate technical proficiency and learning achievements. This license aims to protect the author's intellectual property rights while encouraging educational use and proper attribution.
+
+## Terms of Use
+All users of this work must comply with the following terms:
+
+### Attribution Requirements
+When using or referencing this work, you must:
+1. Credit Eric Chung as the original author
+2. Include a link to the original repository
+3. Indicate whether you have modified the original work
+4. Maintain this copyright notice and attribution requirements in all copies or substantial portions of the work
+
+### Permitted Uses
+Users are allowed to:
+1. View, study, and learn from the code
+2. Use the code for personal learning and development
+3. Fork the repository for study purposes
+4. Create copies for personal backup
+5. Use the work for academic research and educational purposes
+6. Modify the work for personal learning purposes
+
+### Usage Guidelines
+When using this work:
+1. The attribution must be clearly visible and accessible
+2. Any modifications must be clearly marked as such
+3. You may not imply or suggest endorsement by the author
+4. You must maintain all copyright and license notices
+
+### Attribution Format
+Please use the following format for attribution:
+Based on work by [Eric Chung](https://github.com/Eric-Chung-0511)
+([PawMatchAI Project](https://github.com/Eric-Chung-0511/Learning-Record/tree/main/Data%20Science%20Projects/PawMatchAI))
+
+Original work © 2025 Eric Chung
+
+## Important Notes
+1. This project was created as a portfolio piece for career transition purposes
+2. While the focus is on learning and educational use, all usage requires proper attribution
+3. The author reserves the right to grant additional permissions on a case-by-case basis
+
+## Usage Rights
+While this work was originally released under more restrictive terms, the current license allows for broader usage, including potential commercial applications, provided that:
+1. Proper attribution is maintained as specified in the Attribution Requirements section
+2. The original author's rights and contributions are clearly acknowledged
+3. The work's origin as a portfolio project is respected and properly cited
+
+This change in licensing reflects an evolution in the project's scope while maintaining the core requirement of proper attribution and acknowledgment of the original work.
 
 ## Disclaimer
-This work is provided "AS IS", without warranty of any kind, express or implied. The author shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use of this deployment.
+This work is provided "AS IS", without warranty of any kind, express or implied. The author shall not be liable for any claims, damages, or other liability arising from the use or inability to use the work.
+
+## Supplementary Permissions
+1. For inquiries about additional usage rights or permissions:
+   - Open an issue in this repository
+   - Contact the author through GitHub
+2. The author may grant additional permissions upon request
+
+## License Updates
+1. This license may be updated to reflect changing circumstances
+2. Users will be bound by the license version in effect at the time of their use
+3. Check the repository for the most current license terms
 
-For the complete source code and development resources, please visit: [PawMatchAI](https://github.com/Eric-Chung-0511/Learning-Record/tree/main/Data%20Science%20Projects/PawMatchAI)
+## Contact
+For questions, clarifications, or additional permissions:
+- Create an issue in this repository
+- Contact the author through GitHub