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No, whoever operates the LLM service is liable for unauthorized modification, reproduction and distribution of copyrighted work to users.

Ok, so is it ok if I run the whole thing on my own hardware, and never distribute?

If not, how does that differ from me making an unauthorized pencil drawing of Mario?

It's no different than pirating. No one will care unless you start sharing or try to start a business from it.