The MIT License is a permissive open-source license that allows users to freely use, modify, and distribute software with minimal restrictions. It is widely adopted in the open-source community due to its simplicity and flexibility. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
Permissions
- Use the software for any purpose (commercial or non-commercial) ✅
- Modify the software as needed 🔧
- Distribute the software, even as part of a larger work 📦
- Include the original license in any redistribution 📄
Restrictions
- Must preserve the copyright notice and license text in all copies 📌
- Cannot hold the original authors liable for damages ⚖️
- No requirement to share modifications unless explicitly stated 🔄
适用场景
- 适合个人项目、小型团队或商业用途 🌐
- 常见于工具库、库文件和开源框架 🧰
For more details on other open-source licenses, visit our Apache License or GPL License pages. 📚