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MTL Experimental Protocol Version 0 (v0)

This document outlines the specifications for version 0 of the Mainstream Token License (MTL) experimental protocol. This version introduces the core features of the MTL experimental protocol, including parameter-based licensing, token-based verification, and revenue distribution.

Key Features​

  • Parameter-Based Licensing: Licenses are defined using a flexible parameter system, allowing for a wide range of usage conditions.
  • Token Requirement: Users must hold a specified amount of $MAIN tokens or follow the payment instructions as defined in the parametric license parameters to use the licensed content.
  • Revenue Distribution: The protocol facilitates direct revenue distribution to content creators through customizable fee structures and revenue splits.
  • Decentralized Rights Management: Creators maintain control over their digital assets without relying on centralized platforms.
  • Blockchain Agnostic: The protocol is designed to be compatible with various blockchains or even without a blockchain, providing a flexible platform for digital rights management.

License String Format​

The MTL v0 license string follows this format:

MTLv0-<LicenseTypes>/<TokenAmount>-<Fee>:<Split1>:<Split2>;+<Duration><RevenueCap><RevenueMin>=<RevenueExact>!><RevenueMax>[<Region>]{<Usage>}~<Addendum>
  • MTLv0-: Protocol version identifier.
  • <LicenseTypes>: Combination of license type codes (e.g., P, PC, PCD).
  • <TokenAmount>: Number of tokens required.
  • <Fee>: Percentage fee for revenue sharing.
  • <Split1>, <Split2>: Revenue split percentages.
  • <Duration>: License duration (e.g., 30D for 30 days).
  • <RevenueCap>: Maximum revenue allowed.
  • <RevenueMin>: Minimum revenue required.
  • <RevenueExact>: Exact revenue amount required.
  • <RevenueMax>: Maximum revenue threshold.
  • [<Region>]: Geographic regions.
  • {<Usage>}: Usage types.
  • ~<Addendum>: Additional terms.

License Types​

  • A (All): Includes all types below.
  • P (Personal Use): License for individual, non-commercial use only.
  • C (Commercial Use): License for business and commercial applications.
  • N (Non-Profit Use): License for non-profit organization use.
  • D (Derivative Work): License allows creation of derivative works.

Duration Units​

  • S: Seconds
  • M: Minutes
  • H: Hours
  • D: Days
  • W: Weeks
  • MO: Months
  • Y: Years

Revenue Conditions​

  • Revenue conditions are optional and can be used to specify revenue caps, minimums, exact amounts, and maximums.
  • Revenue conditions are specified as numbers, and can be followed by K for thousands, M for millions, and B for billions.

Region, State and Usage​

  • Region, state and usage parameters are optional and can be used to specify geographic restrictions and usage types.
  • Regions are specified as comma-separated values (e.g., US,EU).
  • States are specified as comma-separated values (e.g., CA,NY).
  • Usage types are specified as comma-separated values (e.g., W,M).
  • Exclusion is specified with a ! (e.g., !CN to exclude China, !TX to exclude Texas).

Addendum​

  • The addendum parameter is optional and can be used to specify additional license terms or references.
  • The addendum is specified as a string.

Limitations​

  • MTL v1 has a limited set of parameters and conditions.
  • Future versions of the protocol may introduce additional features and capabilities.

This document provides a detailed overview of the specifications for MTL v1. For more information on the other aspects of the protocol, please refer to the overview, parameters, verification, and payment sections.