Strong copyleft requiring that distributed derivatives remain under GPL-compatible terms with corresponding source.
Compared to common options: Stronger than MIT/Apache/MPL for distributed works; AGPL is stricter for network services; GPL-2.0 is the older generation.
Generally allows
Commercial use
Modification
Distribution
Patent use
Private use
Typically requires
Disclose source when you distribute the software
Include license and copyright notices
State changes
Use a GPL-compatible license for distributed derivatives
Watch-outs
Distributing proprietary closed derivatives of GPL-covered works
Holding authors liable
How teams usually use it
Prefer when you want improvements shared back with the community on distribution.
SaaS-only use without distribution may not trigger GPL release duties — AGPL is stricter for network use.
Check dependency compatibility before combining GPL code with incompatible licenses.
Orientation only — not legal advice. Always verify the repository LICENSE file, notices, and dependency terms, and obtain counsel for commercial distribution decisions.
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