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Open Source License Generator

Browse and generate popular open-source license texts. Supports 10 licenses: MIT, Apache 2.0, GPL 3.0, BSD 2-Clause, BSD 3-Clause, ISC, MPL 2.0, LGPL 3.0, Unlicense, and CC0. Fill in year and author name, compare permissions, conditions, and limitations. Runs entirely in your browser — your data never leaves your machine.

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Published May 29, 2026

All interactive tools run entirely in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.

How It Works

Select a license, fill in your name and year, and get a ready-to-use LICENSE file. Compare permissions, conditions, and limitations at a glance to make an informed choice.

Features

  • 10 popular licenses: MIT, Apache 2.0, GPL 3.0, BSD 2-Clause, BSD 3-Clause, ISC, MPL 2.0, LGPL 3.0, Unlicense, CC0
  • Three categories: permissive, copyleft, and public domain — color-coded for quick identification
  • Placeholder filling: year, full name, and optional project name are automatically inserted
  • At-a-glance comparison: permissions (green), conditions (blue), and limitations (red) for each license
  • SPDX identifiers: each license shows its official SPDX identifier
  • Copy to clipboard: one-click copy of the generated LICENSE text
  • 5 quick-select presets: MIT, Apache 2.0, GPL 3.0, BSD 3-Clause, Unlicense
  • Private: runs entirely in the browser — no data transmitted

Use Cases

  • Starting a new open-source project and choosing the right license
  • Generating a LICENSE file with correct copyright year and author
  • Comparing license terms before publishing a library
  • Understanding the differences between permissive and copyleft licenses
  • Quickly switching between license options during project setup