splitlabs · 0xNyk · Mar 3, 2026 · Mar 3, 2026
diff --git a/CLAUDE.md b/CLAUDE.md
@@ -152,6 +152,14 @@ Dictx supports command-line parameters on all platforms for integration with scr
 
 Access debug features: `Cmd+Shift+D` (macOS) or `Ctrl+Shift+D` (Windows/Linux)
 
+## License & Distribution
+
+Dictx is licensed under **GPL-3.0-or-later**. See `LICENSE` and `NOTICE` for details.
+
+**Monetization model**: Open source code + paid signed binary ($29 one-time via Gumroad). All features are available when building from source — no feature gating, no license key validation. The paid product is the convenience of a signed binary with auto-updates.
+
+**Purchase links**: Gumroad product page at `https://0xnyk.gumroad.com/l/dictx`. This URL appears in `AboutSettings.tsx`, `Onboarding.tsx`, and `README.md`.
+
 ## Platform Notes
 
 - **macOS**: Metal acceleration, accessibility permissions required

diff --git a/LICENSE b/LICENSE
diff --git a/NOTICE b/NOTICE
@@ -0,0 +1,34 @@
+Dictx — Privacy-First Desktop Speech-to-Text
+=============================================
+
+License: GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0-or-later)
+See LICENSE for the full license text.
+
+
+License History
+---------------
+
+This project was originally released as "Handy" by CJ Pais under the
+MIT License (Copyright 2025 CJ Pais).
+
+  Source: https://github.com/cjpais/Handy
+
+The project was forked and rebranded as "Dictx" by 0xNyk. Starting with
+this fork, the license was changed from MIT to GPL v3. This relicense is
+permitted because:
+
+  1. MIT is a permissive license that allows sublicensing under any terms,
+     including GPL v3.
+  2. All original MIT-licensed code retains its copyright attribution to
+     CJ Pais as required by the MIT license terms.
+  3. All new code contributed to the Dictx fork is licensed under GPL v3.
+
+
+Attribution
+-----------
+
+Original author:  CJ Pais (https://github.com/cjpais)
+Fork maintainer:  0xNyk (https://github.com/0xNyk)
+
+Third-party dependencies are listed in Cargo.toml (Rust) and
+package.json (TypeScript/React). Each dependency retains its own license.
diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
@@ -6,6 +6,17 @@
   <strong>Privacy-first desktop speech-to-text that runs entirely on your machine.</strong>
 </p>
 
+<p align="center">
+  <a href="https://github.com/0xNyk/dictx/releases"><img src="https://img.shields.io/github/v/release/0xNyk/dictx?label=Download&style=for-the-badge&color=4f46e5" alt="Download" /></a>
+  &nbsp;
+  <a href="https://0xnyk.gumroad.com/l/dictx"><img src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Get_Dictx_Pro-$29-10b981?style=for-the-badge" alt="Get Dictx Pro" /></a>
+</p>
+
+<p align="center">
+  <a href="LICENSE"><img src="https://img.shields.io/badge/license-GPL--3.0-blue.svg" alt="GPL-3.0" /></a>
+  <a href="https://github.com/0xNyk/dictx/stargazers"><img src="https://img.shields.io/github/stars/0xNyk/dictx?style=social" alt="Stars" /></a>
+</p>
+
 <p align="center">
   <a href="#installation">Installation</a> &middot;
   <a href="#how-it-works">How It Works</a> &middot;
@@ -17,6 +28,8 @@
 
 ---
 
+> **Free and open source.** Dictx is GPL-3.0 licensed — you can build it from source with full functionality. [Buy Dictx Pro](https://0xnyk.gumroad.com/l/dictx) ($29 one-time) for a signed binary, auto-updates, and to support development.
+
 Dictx is a cross-platform desktop application for speech transcription. Press a shortcut, speak, and your words appear in any text field — no cloud, no API keys, no data leaving your computer.
 
 Built with [Tauri](https://tauri.app) (Rust + React/TypeScript). Forked from [Handy](https://github.com/cjpais/Handy) by cjpais.
@@ -36,13 +49,14 @@ Built with [Tauri](https://tauri.app) (Rust + React/TypeScript). Forked from [Ha
 
 Download the latest release for your platform from the [Releases page](https://github.com/0xNyk/dictx/releases).
 
-| Platform | Format |
-|----------|--------|
-| macOS | `.dmg` |
-| Windows | `.msi` |
-| Linux | `.AppImage` / `.deb` |
+| Platform | Format               |
+| -------- | -------------------- |
+| macOS    | `.dmg`               |
+| Windows  | `.msi`               |
+| Linux    | `.AppImage` / `.deb` |
 
 After installation:
+
 1. Launch Dictx and grant the required permissions (microphone, accessibility on macOS)
 2. Select and download a transcription model
 3. Configure your keyboard shortcut in Settings
@@ -59,13 +73,13 @@ After installation:
 
 ### Models
 
-| Model | Type | Speed | Accuracy | Requirements |
-|-------|------|-------|----------|--------------|
-| Whisper Small | GPU | Fast | Good | GPU recommended |
-| Whisper Medium | GPU | Moderate | Better | GPU recommended |
-| Whisper Turbo | GPU | Fast | Very Good | GPU recommended |
-| Whisper Large | GPU | Slower | Best | GPU required |
-| Parakeet V3 | CPU | Fast | Very Good | CPU only, auto language detection |
+| Model          | Type | Speed    | Accuracy  | Requirements                      |
+| -------------- | ---- | -------- | --------- | --------------------------------- |
+| Whisper Small  | GPU  | Fast     | Good      | GPU recommended                   |
+| Whisper Medium | GPU  | Moderate | Better    | GPU recommended                   |
+| Whisper Turbo  | GPU  | Fast     | Very Good | GPU recommended                   |
+| Whisper Large  | GPU  | Slower   | Best      | GPU required                      |
+| Parakeet V3    | CPU  | Fast     | Very Good | CPU only, auto language detection |
 
 ## Obsidian Integration
 
@@ -100,6 +114,7 @@ dictx --debug                   # Enable verbose logging
 Combine flags for autostart scenarios: `dictx --start-hidden --no-tray`
 
 > **macOS:** When installed as an app bundle, invoke the binary directly:
+>
 > ```bash
 > /Applications/Dictx.app/Contents/MacOS/Dictx --toggle-transcription
 > ```
@@ -130,23 +145,25 @@ src/                    React/TypeScript frontend
 ## Platform Notes
 
 ### macOS
+
 - Metal acceleration for Whisper models
 - Requires Accessibility and Microphone permissions
 - Debug mode: `Cmd+Shift+D`
 
 ### Windows
+
 - Vulkan acceleration for Whisper models
 - Debug mode: `Ctrl+Shift+D`
 
 ### Linux
 
 Requires a text input tool for reliable typing:
 
-| Display Server | Tool | Install |
-|---|---|---|
-| X11 | `xdotool` | `sudo apt install xdotool` |
-| Wayland | `wtype` | `sudo apt install wtype` |
-| Both | `dotool` | `sudo apt install dotool` |
+| Display Server | Tool      | Install                    |
+| -------------- | --------- | -------------------------- |
+| X11            | `xdotool` | `sudo apt install xdotool` |
+| Wayland        | `wtype`   | `sudo apt install wtype`   |
+| Both           | `dotool`  | `sudo apt install dotool`  |
 
 - Recording overlay disabled by default (compositors may treat it as active window)
 - If issues occur, try: `WEBKIT_DISABLE_DMABUF_RENDERER=1 dictx`
@@ -158,21 +175,21 @@ Requires a text input tool for reliable typing:
 
 If you're behind a proxy or firewall, models can be installed manually. Download the model files and place them in the app data directory:
 
-| Platform | Path |
-|----------|------|
-| macOS | `~/Library/Application Support/com.0xnyk.dictx/` |
-| Windows | `C:\Users\{username}\AppData\Roaming\com.0xnyk.dictx\` |
-| Linux | `~/.config/com.0xnyk.dictx/` |
+| Platform | Path                                                   |
+| -------- | ------------------------------------------------------ |
+| macOS    | `~/Library/Application Support/com.0xnyk.dictx/`       |
+| Windows  | `C:\Users\{username}\AppData\Roaming\com.0xnyk.dictx\` |
+| Linux    | `~/.config/com.0xnyk.dictx/`                           |
 
 ## Contributing
 
 Contributions are welcome. See [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) for guidelines.
 
 ## License
 
-MIT License. See [LICENSE](LICENSE) for details.
+GPL-3.0. See [LICENSE](LICENSE) for details and [NOTICE](NOTICE) for attribution and license history.
 
-Originally created by [cjpais](https://github.com/cjpais) as [Handy](https://github.com/cjpais/Handy). Forked and extended by [0xNyk](https://github.com/0xNyk).
+Originally created by [cjpais](https://github.com/cjpais) as [Handy](https://github.com/cjpais/Handy) (MIT). Forked and extended by [0xNyk](https://github.com/0xNyk) under GPL-3.0.
 
 ## Acknowledgments
 

diff --git a/src-tauri/src/lib.rs b/src-tauri/src/lib.rs
@@ -1,3 +1,7 @@
+// SPDX-License-Identifier: GPL-3.0-or-later
+// Copyright (C) 2025 CJ Pais — original Handy project (MIT)
+// Copyright (C) 2026 0xNyk — Dictx fork (GPL-3.0-or-later)
+
 mod actions;
 #[cfg(all(target_os = "macos", target_arch = "aarch64"))]
 mod apple_intelligence;

diff --git a/src-tauri/src/main.rs b/src-tauri/src/main.rs
@@ -1,3 +1,7 @@
+// SPDX-License-Identifier: GPL-3.0-or-later
+// Copyright (C) 2025 CJ Pais — original Handy project (MIT)
+// Copyright (C) 2026 0xNyk — Dictx fork (GPL-3.0-or-later)
+
 // Prevents additional console window on Windows in release, DO NOT REMOVE!!
 #![cfg_attr(not(debug_assertions), windows_subsystem = "windows")]
 

diff --git a/src/App.tsx b/src/App.tsx
@@ -1,3 +1,7 @@
+// SPDX-License-Identifier: GPL-3.0-or-later
+// Copyright (C) 2025 CJ Pais — original Handy project (MIT)
+// Copyright (C) 2026 0xNyk — Dictx fork (GPL-3.0-or-later)
+
 import { useEffect, useState, useRef } from "react";
 import { Toaster } from "sonner";
 import { useTranslation } from "react-i18next";

diff --git a/src/components/onboarding/Onboarding.tsx b/src/components/onboarding/Onboarding.tsx
@@ -1,6 +1,7 @@
 import React, { useEffect, useState } from "react";
 import { useTranslation } from "react-i18next";
 import { toast } from "sonner";
+import { openUrl } from "@tauri-apps/plugin-opener";
 import type { ModelInfo } from "@/bindings";
 import type { ModelCardStatus } from "./ModelCard";
 import ModelCard from "./ModelCard";
@@ -126,6 +127,14 @@ const Onboarding: React.FC<OnboardingProps> = ({ onModelSelected }) => {
               />
             ))}
         </div>
+
+        <button
+          type="button"
+          className="text-text/40 text-xs mt-2 underline hover:text-text/60 transition-colors bg-transparent border-none cursor-pointer"
+          onClick={() => openUrl("https://0xnyk.gumroad.com/l/dictx")}
+        >
+          {t("onboarding.supportCta")}
+        </button>
       </div>
     </div>
   );

diff --git a/src/components/settings/about/AboutSettings.tsx b/src/components/settings/about/AboutSettings.tsx
@@ -27,11 +27,11 @@ export const AboutSettings: React.FC = () => {
     fetchVersion();
   }, []);
 
-  const handleDonateClick = async () => {
+  const handleGetProClick = async () => {
     try {
-      await openUrl("https://github.com/0xNyk/dictx");
+      await openUrl("https://0xnyk.gumroad.com/l/dictx");
     } catch (error) {
-      console.error("Failed to open donate link:", error);
+      console.error("Failed to open purchase link:", error);
     }
   };
 
@@ -53,7 +53,7 @@ export const AboutSettings: React.FC = () => {
           description={t("settings.about.supportDevelopment.description")}
           grouped={true}
         >
-          <Button variant="primary" size="md" onClick={handleDonateClick}>
+          <Button variant="primary" size="md" onClick={handleGetProClick}>
             {t("settings.about.supportDevelopment.button")}
           </Button>
         </SettingContainer>

diff --git a/src/i18n/locales/en/translation.json b/src/i18n/locales/en/translation.json
@@ -82,6 +82,7 @@
         "description": "Russian speech recognition. Fast and accurate."
       }
     },
+    "supportCta": "Get Dictx Pro — signed binary with auto-updates ($29)",
     "errors": {
       "loadModels": "Failed to load available models",
       "downloadModel": "Failed to download model: {{error}}"
@@ -506,9 +507,9 @@
         "button": "View on GitHub"
       },
       "supportDevelopment": {
-        "title": "Support Development",
-        "description": "Help us continue building Dictx",
-        "button": "Donate"
+        "title": "Get Dictx Pro",
+        "description": "Signed binary with auto-updates. $29 one-time — supports development.",
+        "button": "Get Dictx Pro"
       },
       "acknowledgments": {
         "title": "Acknowledgments",