Open Source Licenses

VersatileMC is proudly open-source and available under GPL-3.0 and MIT licenses

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GPL-3.0

Copyleft Open Source

Used for VersatileMC server software. A strong copyleft license ensuring derivative works remain open-source and free.

Use for any purpose
Modify the source code
Distribute the software
Derivative works must use GPL-3.0
Must disclose modifications
Provide source code access

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MIT

Permissive Open Source

Used for all other VersatileMC projects. A permissive license allowing commercial and proprietary use with minimal restrictions.

Use for any purpose
Modify the source code
Distribute the software
Use in proprietary software
Sublicense the software
No attribution required*

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*Attribution is appreciated but not required

Licensed Projects

VersatileMC (Server Software)

📜 License: GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0)

The main VersatileMC server software. A custom-engineered Minecraft server fork optimized for performance and modern features.

VersatileMC Website & Tools

📜 License: MIT License

Includes: Admin Panel, Server Registry, Discord Webhook Manager, Web Text Editor, and other web-based tools.

Other VersatileMC Projects

📜 License: MIT License

All other projects and repositories not explicitly listed are licensed under the MIT License.

GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0)

When GPL-3.0 Applies

GPL-3.0 applies to VersatileMC server software and any derivative works or modifications to it.

Your Rights

Run the program for any purpose
Study and modify the source code
Redistribute copies of the original software
Distribute modified versions under the same GPL-3.0 license

Your Obligations

Provide source code to recipients of compiled binaries
Include a copy of the GPL-3.0 license with distribution
Disclose modifications made to the software
License derivative works under GPL-3.0
Respect the original copyright notice

            Key Point: If you distribute VersatileMC server software (or modifications to it), you must make the source code available and license your work under GPL-3.0.
        

MIT License

When MIT Applies

MIT applies to all VersatileMC tools, websites, and projects not explicitly licensed under GPL-3.0.

Your Rights

Use the software for any purpose (commercial or personal)
Modify and adapt the software
Distribute copies freely
Use in proprietary applications
Sublicense the software
Combine with other software

Your Only Obligation

Include the original copyright notice and license text

            Key Point: The MIT license is one of the most permissive open-source licenses. You can do almost anything with MIT-licensed code as long as you include the original license.
        

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use VersatileMC in my commercial project?

For MIT-licensed tools: Yes, absolutely! You can use them freely in commercial projects.
For GPL-3.0 server software: You can use it, but any modifications must be GPL-3.0 and shared.

Do I need to attribute VersatileMC?

For MIT-licensed code: Attribution is appreciated but not legally required (though including it is nice!).
For GPL-3.0 code: You must include the original copyright and GPL-3.0 license notice.

Can I modify and redistribute the code?

Yes! Both licenses permit modifications and redistribution. For GPL-3.0, modifications must remain under GPL-3.0.

Can I create a closed-source version?

For MIT-licensed code: Yes, you can create proprietary versions.
For GPL-3.0 code: No, derivative works must remain open-source.

Where is the source code?

All source code is available on GitHub at github.com/firesmasher-c6

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All VersatileMC projects are available on GitHub. Visit our organization to explore the code, contribute, or create issues:

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