License Generator
Generate open source license files
License Generator is a free online tool from BrowserUtils that generate open source license files. It runs entirely in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No account required.
MIT License Copyright (c) 2026 [Your Name] Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the "Software"), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do so, subject to the following conditions: The above copyright notice and this permission notice shall be included in all copies or substantial portions of the Software. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE.
How to use License Generator
- 1 Paste or type your input into the editor above.
- 2 The tool processes your data instantly — right in your browser, with nothing sent to a server.
- 3 Copy the result with one click or continue editing your input.
About License Generator
Free online open source license generator. Choose from MIT, Apache 2.0, GPL 3.0, BSD, ISC, Unlicense, and more. Fill in your name and year to generate the full license text. This tool runs entirely in your browser — your data is never sent to a server. Just paste your input, get instant results, and copy with one click. No sign-up or installation required.
License Generator specs
- Runtime
- 100% client-side (browser)
- Cost
- Free — no account, no rate limits, no usage caps
- Browser support
- Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Safari 14+, Edge 90+
- Part of
- 299 developer tools on BrowserUtils (100% client-side)
Questions
Which open source license should I choose?
MIT and Apache 2.0 are permissive licenses ideal for maximum adoption. GPL 3.0 requires derivative works to also be open source. BSD and ISC are minimal permissive licenses. Choose based on how you want others to use your code.
Is a LICENSE file required for open source projects?
Yes. Without a LICENSE file, your code is under default copyright and others cannot legally use, copy, or distribute it. Always include a LICENSE file to clearly state the terms under which your code can be used.
What is the difference between MIT and Apache 2.0 licenses?
Both are permissive, but Apache 2.0 includes an explicit patent grant protecting users from patent claims by contributors. MIT is shorter and simpler. Choose Apache 2.0 if patent protection matters for your project.
Can I change the license of my project later?
You can change the license for future versions if you are the sole copyright holder. If others have contributed, you need their permission to relicense their contributions. Dual licensing is another option.
Does this tool generate the full license text?
Yes. Select a license, enter your name and year, and the tool produces the complete license text ready to save as a LICENSE file in your repository.
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