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How will that help? Trademarks do not protect code - only logos, names, brands. And brands are easy to remove.

Something else is needed. If the code is basically open, then there is no technical protection. Remove tens of those repos - hundreds might appear.



Even if the author only wants to protect the "Photopea" name, good luck going after infringements if you are not a giant corporation with resources.




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