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title: "About Open Source"
description: "Learn about the open-source foundation of our platform"
url: "https://pixelunion.eu/about/open-source/"
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            <h2 class="text-3xl font-bold mb-6">What is Open Source?</h2>
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                Our platform is built on a forked version of a trusted open-source project called <a href="https://github.com/immich-app/immich/" target="_blank">Immich</a>. This foundation allows us to provide users with a secure, private, and efficient way to store their memories. By leveraging open-source technologies, we ensure transparency, innovation, and community-driven development. Additionally, we financially support Immich where possible to help sustain its development and growth.
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                Open source empowers users to take control of their personal media storage while benefiting from continuous improvements and a vibrant community.
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                <a href="https://github.com/pixelunioneu/immich" target="_blank" class="inline-flex items-center justify-center px-6 py-3 rounded-lg font-bold transition duration-200 ease-in-out bg-primary-600 text-white hover:bg-primary-700 hover:scale-105">Visit our forked project</a>
                <a href="https://github.com/immich-app/immich/" target="_blank" class="inline-flex items-center justify-center px-6 py-3 rounded-lg font-bold transition duration-200 ease-in-out bg-primary-600 text-white hover:bg-primary-700 hover:scale-105">Visit the original project</a>
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            <h2 class="text-3xl font-bold text-center mb-12">Our Commitment to Open Source</h2>
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                We believe in the power of open-source software and actively contribute to the community to ensure its continued success.
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                        <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold mb-3 !mt-0">Submitting Bug Fixes</h3>
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                            We aim to actively submit bug fixes and feature improvements to the open-source repository to help enhance the platform.
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                        <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold mb-3 !mt-0">Providing Feedback</h3>
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                            We provide feedback and testing to help improve the software and ensure it meets the needs of its users.
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                        <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold mb-3 !mt-0">Engaging with the Community</h3>
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                            We engage with the open-source community to share knowledge, best practices, and collaborate on new ideas.
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