MIT License
A short and simple permissive license with conditions only requiring preservation of copyright and license notices.
Key Terms
Understanding the main components of this license
Commercial Use
This software and derivatives may be used for commercial purposes.
Modification
This software may be modified.
Distribution
This software may be distributed.
Private Use
This software may be used and modified in private.
Limitations
Important limitations and restrictions to note
- No Liability
- No Warranty
Compatible With
Other licenses that are compatible with this one
Apache 2.0
GPL v3
BSD
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this license
What does MIT stand for in license?
MIT stands for the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where the license originated.
Is MIT License OK for commercial use?
Yes, the MIT License explicitly allows commercial use of the software and its derivatives.
What is MIT open license?
The MIT License is an open-source license that permits reuse, modification, and distribution, with minimal restrictions.
Is MIT License better than GPL?
The MIT License is more permissive, while GPL enforces the copyleft principle, requiring derivative works to also be open source.
SPDX IdentifierMIT
OSI ApprovedYes
Copyleftfalse
LinkingPermitted