Thanks for sharing your thoughts! I appreciate your passion for free software principles and understand your concerns about non-free or proprietary licenses.
At the same time, different creators may have different needs and goals. Some want to build fully free models, while others prefer more restricted models—similar to how Creative Commons offers a spectrum of licenses. From my view, ModelGo is providing a platform that supports various licensing preferences, not out of disregard for users, but to acknowledge that one size doesn’t always fit all. For some, a fully permissive license is the best path. Others may need or want some restrictions.
You make a great point that free licensing can spur vibrant communities and attract more active support. It’s true that many of the most successful open-source projects thrive because they give people broad freedom to use, modify, and share. Still, there are situations where developers or organizations feel they need tighter control—for commercial reasons, IP protection, or simply preference.
Thank you for taking the time to outline your perspective—it’s an important reminder of why openness matters to so many in the tech community.