What is the GPL License for WordPress?
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Learn What This Means For YouUnderstanding the General Public License (GPL)
The GNU GPL gives every user these rights:
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Run the program for any purpose
Freedom 1
Study how the program works
Freedom 2
Modify it to make it do what you wish
Freedom 3
Redistribute copies to help others
Practical Examples
You Can:
- Use in unlimited client projects
- Modify functionality to suit your needs
- Bundle with your own products
You Must:
- Keep original license notices
- Disclose source code if distributing
- License derivatives under GPL
GPL vs Proprietary
| Feature | GPL | Proprietary |
|---|---|---|
| Modify Code | Allowed | Restricted |
| Redistribute | Encouraged | Forbidden |
| Use in Commercial Projects | Yes | Depends |
Common Questions
Yes! The GPL explicitly allows commercial use. You can use these resources in client projects, SaaS applications, and any commercial venture. The only requirement is that you preserve the GPL license terms.
Only if you distribute the software to others. If you modify the software for internal use, you're not required to share. However, if you distribute the software (including to clients), you must make the modified source code available under GPL.
No, you cannot relicense GPL-licensed code under a different license unless you're the original copyright holder. All derivative works must remain under GPL. This "copyleft" requirement is fundamental to the license.
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