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+Stirling PDF User License
+
+Copyright (c) 2025 Stirling PDF Inc.
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+License Scope & Usage Rights
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+Production use of the Stirling PDF Software is only permitted with a valid Stirling PDF User License.
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+For purposes of this license, “the Software” refers to the Stirling PDF application and any associated documentation files
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+Trial and Minimal Use
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+You may use the Software without a paid subscription for the sole purposes of internal trial, evaluation, or minimal use, provided that:
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+Modifications and Derivative Works
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