Transparency and legal compliance are core to our mission. Here's everything you need to know about our legal framework.
TauOS is developed and maintained by The Tau Foundation, a privacy-first technology company.
The Tau Foundation
Tau LLC
https://www.tauos.org
legal@tauos.org
The Tau Foundation is committed to building privacy-first technology that puts users back in control of their digital lives. We believe privacy is a fundamental human right that should be protected by default.
TauOS uses an open-core licensing model that balances openness with sustainability.
The core operating system and kernel components are licensed under GPL v3 for maximum openness.
Most TauOS applications are licensed under MIT for broad adoption and compatibility.
Some advanced features and enterprise components use commercial licensing.
We take privacy and legal compliance seriously. Here's how we protect your rights.
We collect only the data necessary for service operation
Users can request complete data deletion at any time
Export your data in standard formats
All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
We cannot access your encrypted data
Independent security assessments conducted annually
Our commitment to transparency and user rights in clear, understandable terms.
You have the right to privacy, data control, and transparency. We will never sell your data or use it for purposes you haven't explicitly agreed to.
We strive for 99.9% uptime but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service. We will notify users of planned maintenance in advance.
TauOS is provided 'as is' without warranties. We are not liable for damages arising from use of our software or services.
We may update these terms with 30 days notice. Continued use constitutes acceptance of new terms.
Have questions about our legal framework? We're here to help.
We believe in transparency and are happy to answer any questions about our legal policies and compliance.