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# Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) Brief Guide for Open Source Software (OSS) Developers
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The European Union (EU) Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) is a law that applies to software, hardware, products containing them, and their backend services, *if* they are [made available](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/2847/oj#art_1) on the European market. The law applies *regardless* of where its developer(s) are located. This is a brief guide about the CRA for those who develop open source software (OSS). Note that *this guide is not legal advice*, it’s just an overview to help you understand the situation.
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The European Union (EU) Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) is a law that applies to software, hardware, products containing them, and their backend services, *if* they are [made available](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/2847/oj#art_1) on the European market. The law applies *regardless* of where its developer(s) are located. This is a brief guide about basics of the CRA's applicability for those who develop open source software (OSS).
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Note that *this guide is not legal advice*, it’s just an overview to help you understand a few key CRA concepts. If you are looking for advice on your specific situation, please consult your own legal counsel or other detailed CRA guidance.
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## The short version: CRA often does not apply to open source
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