Choose a License

Choose a License is a website that offers non-judgmental guidance on selecting an appropriate open-source license for your project. It provides a comprehensive list of licenses, from the most restrictive to the most permissive, detailing the permissions, conditions, and limitations associated with each. Key features include:

• License Spectrum: Presents licenses sorted by the number of conditions, allowing users to easily compare and contrast different options.
• Detailed License Information: Each license overview includes a description, a table of permissions, conditions, and limitations, and a link to the full license text.
• Clear Explanations: Provides clear and concise descriptions of each license, making it easy for users to understand the implications of choosing a specific license.
• Reference Table: Offers an appendix with a reference table of every license on the site.

Use cases include:

• Open Source Project Licensing: Helping developers choose the right license for their open-source projects.
• Understanding License Implications: Educating users about the different types of open-source licenses and their implications.
• License Comparison: Providing a tool for comparing and contrasting different licenses to make an informed decision.