Open Source License Generator
Generate a ready-to-commit LICENSE file — MIT, ISC, BSD, Apache, GPL or Unlicense.
Runs 100% in your browser — nothing is ever uploaded.
What is License Generator?
This free license generator produces a LICENSE file with your name and year already filled in. Choose MIT, ISC, BSD 3-Clause or the Unlicense to get the complete legal text, or Apache 2.0 and GPL 3.0 to get the standard copyright notice with a link to the full license. A LICENSE file is what legally allows others to use your code — without one, 'all rights reserved' applies by default even on public repositories.
How to use License Generator
- Open the tool — no signup, no upload, everything runs in your browser.
- Fill in the license options in the form; sensible defaults are pre-selected.
- The LICENSE output updates instantly with every change you make.
- Copy the result or download it as a ready-to-use file.
Frequently asked questions
Is this license generator free to use?
Yes — this license generator is completely free with no signup, no limits, and no watermarks. Use it as often as you like.
What's the practical difference between MIT and Apache 2.0?
Both are permissive, but Apache 2.0 adds an explicit patent grant — contributors can't later sue users over patents covering their contributions — and requires stating significant changes. MIT is shorter and simpler; Apache 2.0 is often preferred for corporate-backed projects.
Is my configuration data private?
Absolutely. Everything is generated locally in your browser with JavaScript — no data, settings, or file contents are ever sent to any server.
Do these tools touch my servers?
No. OpsForge tools are pure calculators and generators that run in your browser — they never connect to your infrastructure. You copy the result and apply it yourself.
Is the chmod calculator accurate for all systems?
Yes — octal permission notation is a POSIX standard, so the results apply identically on Linux, macOS and BSD.
Will more DevOps tools be added?
Yes — Dockerfile, docker-compose, nginx and CI config generators are on the roadmap. Everything will stay free and client-side.