Terms of Use
Last updated: June 30, 2026
These Terms of Use explain how you may use:
- the VLiva website at https://vliva.tamkungz.me
- the VLiva desktop software and related project materials
By accessing the website, downloading the software, installing it, launching it, or using related materials, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, do not use the website or software.
For the detailed end user license terms for the software, see the VLiva License page: https://vliva.tamkungz.me/license/
About VLiva
VLiva is a Linux-native VTubing application designed for Live2D model loading, webcam-based tracking, real-time avatar control, plugins, OBS workflows, and streaming or recording workflows.
VLiva is maintained by an independent developer, TamKungZ_ / Kitthiwat Phimpromma. VLiva is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Live2D Inc.
Development Status
VLiva may be provided as preview, beta, test, demo, or early-access software.
Features may change, break, be removed, or behave differently between versions. Public testing and release availability may also depend on third-party SDK licensing, technical readiness, and platform support.
Website Terms
The website is provided to describe VLiva, publish documentation, link to project resources, provide legal notices, and share development information.
You may read, link to, and share the website in a normal and lawful way. You may not attack the website, interfere with its operation, misrepresent its content, or use automated access in a way that creates unreasonable load or bypasses security.
Website text, branding, logos, screenshots, videos, and other materials may be protected by copyright, trademark, or other rights. Do not copy or reuse them in a way that suggests endorsement, official partnership, or ownership unless permission is given.
Software Terms Summary
VLiva is proprietary, closed-source software unless a separate written notice says otherwise. The software is licensed to you for use under these terms and the License page; it is not sold to you.
You may use VLiva for personal, creative, testing, streaming, and content-production purposes, subject to these terms, the License page, and any third-party licenses that apply.
The full software license terms are on the License page. If there is a conflict between this short summary and the License page, the License page controls for the software.
You may not:
- Reverse engineer, modify, or redistribute parts of VLiva in a way that violates applicable law or third-party licenses.
- Remove copyright, license, or attribution notices.
- Use VLiva to infringe the rights of other creators, model owners, software vendors, or third parties.
- Misrepresent VLiva as an official Live2D Inc. product.
- Sell, sublicense, or redistribute VLiva unless a license or written permission allows it.
- Circumvent demo limits, payment systems, license checks, technical restrictions, or platform rules.
User Models, Assets, and Content
You are responsible for the models, textures, motions, expressions, plugins, scripts, overlays, recordings, and other assets you use with VLiva.
VLiva does not grant you ownership or usage rights over any Live2D model, artwork, character, texture, motion file, or other third-party asset.
Before using an asset, make sure you have the right to use it for your intended purpose, including streaming, monetization, commercial use, redistribution, or public performance.
Streaming, Recording, and Commercial Use
You are responsible for making sure your use of VLiva, Live2D models, artwork, music, plugins, and other assets complies with all applicable licenses.
If you use VLiva for monetized streaming, paid content, commercial production, agency work, business activity, or other revenue-generating activity, you are responsible for checking whether additional licenses, permissions, or agreements are required.
Website and Software Privacy
The Privacy Policy explains how website and software information is handled: https://vliva.tamkungz.me/privacy-policy
Live2D Cubism SDK Notice
This application contains Live2D Cubism SDK developed by Live2D Inc. of which the copyrights are held by Live2D Inc.
If this application is utilized as a primary element of a business* and its annual sales made directly or indirectly by this application or content produced by this application exceed 20 million JPY, you shall be obliged to execute Publication License Agreement with Live2D Inc. and pay required license fee.
You shall also be obliged to immediately notify Live2D Inc. when the annual sales exceed 20 million JPY.
Any violation of these obligations means the utilization of Live2D Cubism SDK beyond the scope permitted by Live2D Inc. with regard to this application and the infringement of intellectual property rights of Live2D Inc., and you may receive legal claims from Live2D Inc.
- “Utilizing this application as a primary element of a business” includes but is not limited to operating a VTuber streaming business. It does not include streaming video contents for sales promotion.
If another Live2D Publication License Agreement is executed between the user of the Derivative Work and Live2D Inc. in accordance with the statement above, the sales which Licensee receives from such user may be deducted from the calculation of License Fee.
Third-Party Components
VLiva may use third-party libraries, SDKs, frameworks, or tools.
Third-party components remain subject to their own licenses and terms. These terms do not replace or override any third-party license.
Examples may include Live2D Cubism SDK, Qt, OpenCV, MediaPipe, GLEW, stb_image, OBS/libobs integration, Steamworks SDK, and system graphics APIs or drivers.
Plugins and Extensions
If VLiva supports plugins, extensions, external scripts, or custom integrations, you are responsible for the code and files you install.
Plugins may affect performance, stability, security, privacy, compatibility, or streaming output. Only install plugins from sources you trust.
OBS and Streaming Integrations
VLiva may provide integration features for OBS or other streaming tools.
You are responsible for configuring your streaming environment safely and for ensuring that private windows, files, camera feeds, audio sources, or personal information are not accidentally shown during a stream or recording.
Purchases, Demo Builds, and Release Availability
VLiva may be distributed as a paid application, demo, test build, Steam build, direct download, or another release format.
Demo or test builds may include limitations such as feature restrictions, time limits, watermarks, disabled commercial-use features, or other technical limits. Full release terms, pricing, refund handling, and platform rules may depend on the distribution platform.
No Warranty
VLiva is provided “as is” and “as available.”
To the maximum extent permitted by law, the developer makes no warranties regarding reliability, compatibility, performance, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, uninterrupted availability, or suitability for your specific streaming setup.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, the developer is not liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or similar damages, including loss of data, lost revenue, interrupted streams, corrupted files, software conflicts, or hardware/software issues caused by use or misuse of VLiva.
Changes to VLiva
VLiva may be updated, modified, delayed, discontinued, or changed at any time.
Documentation, features, release dates, compatibility information, pricing, and website content may also change over time.
Changes to These Terms
These terms may be updated from time to time. The “Last updated” date indicates the latest revision.
Continued use of the website or software after changes are published means you accept the updated terms.
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