License Selector
Permissive license. Simple and easy to use.
When to use: For most open source projects.
Compatibility: Compatible with Apache 2.0, GPL v2/v3.
License Comparison
| License | Permissive | Copyleft | Commercial Use | Patent Grant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIT | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Apache 2.0 | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| GPL v3 | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| BSD 2-Clause | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| MPL 2.0 | ⚠️ | ⚠️ | ✅ | ❌ |
| CC0 | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Unlicense | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| AGPL v3 | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
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