Meaning of the word non-proprietary in English

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non-proprietary

US /ˌnɑːn.prəˈpraɪə.ter.i/
UK /ˌnɒn.prəˈpraɪ.ə.tər.i/

Adjective

not restricted to a particular owner or brand; not protected by patent or trademark

Example:
The software uses non-proprietary formats, making it compatible with many other applications.
They opted for a non-proprietary solution to ensure long-term flexibility.