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Free software users are voluntarily given use of the software with only specified conditional responsibilities; them using the software and not taking on additional responsibilities is not an imposition of any kind, and not freeloading.

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Isn't that the same as when someone offers me a couch to surf and a kitchen to use? Sure, it's unconditional and I'm not violating any agreement, but if I use their stuff and don't give anything back, am I not a freeloader?

But in that case, you are taking up space on their couch and eating their food - their resources are diminished by your use of them. That's not the case here.

I think "free-rider" is probably a better choice of term.

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