Generate a ready-to-use open source licence in seconds. Pick a licence, enter your name and year, then copy or download the full text — free, with no sign-up needed.
Template text only — not legal advice. Consult a qualified lawyer for legal guidance.
How to Use
- Choose a licence from the list.
- Enter the copyright holder’s name and the year.
- Click Generate Licence to build the full licence text.
- Copy it or download it as a LICENCE file.
Key Features
- Five popular open source licences with complete text.
- Name and year inserted automatically.
- Copy to clipboard or download as a file.
- Template text only — this is not legal advice.
- 100% private — everything runs in your browser.
FAQs
Is this licence generator free?
Yes. It is completely free with no sign-up and no limits.
Is this legal advice?
No. The output is template text only and is not legal advice. If you are unsure which licence fits your project, consult a qualified lawyer.
Which licence should I choose?
MIT, ISC and the BSD licences are permissive and let others use your code with few conditions. The Unlicense dedicates your work to the public domain. Your choice depends on how you want others to use your work.
Is my data stored anywhere?
No. Everything runs in your browser and nothing you enter is sent or stored.
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