GNU AGPL v3.0
The GNU Affero General Public License v3.0 extends the GPL to network use: users who interact with the software over a network must be offered its source code.
GNU AGPL v3.0
Definition
The GNU Affero General Public License v3.0 extends the GPL to network use: users who interact with the software over a network must be offered its source code.
At a glance
- Strongest copyleft — closes the "software as a service" loophole.
- Users interacting over a network must be offered the complete source.
- Distributed derivatives must also be licensed under AGPL-3.0.
- Includes a patent grant; no warranty.
Notes
The GNU AGPL v3.0 is classified as a network copyleft license. Always read the full license text for the authoritative terms.
This summary is for general engineering guidance and is not legal advice.