qqq

Licensing

Open source. Apache 2.0. Your code stays yours.

Open Source

Apache 2.0

The qqq framework is free and open source. Build anything, including commercial SaaS products.

  • Use freely for any purpose
  • Build proprietary applications
  • No copyleft or source sharing required
  • Enterprise-friendly, widely accepted
Paid Services

Premium Offerings

Optional paid products to accelerate your development and simplify operations.

  • qRun managed hosting platform
  • qStudio AI development assistant
  • Premium qBits components
  • Enterprise support
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Why Apache 2.0?

Apache 2.0 is one of the most widely adopted open-source licenses, used by projects like Kubernetes, React, and TensorFlow. It's permissive, enterprise-friendly, and pre-approved at most organizations.

With Apache 2.0, you can:

  • Build commercial SaaS products on qqq
  • Keep your application source code proprietary
  • Modify qqq for your needs without sharing changes
  • Deploy anywhere without license concerns

What's Included

The following are free and open source under Apache 2.0:

  • qqq core framework - The complete enterprise application framework
  • qqq-frontend-core - TypeScript client library
  • qqq-frontend-material-dashboard - React admin UI
  • Community qBits - Webhooks, SFTP, workflows, and more
  • qctl CLI - Command-line tools
  • Templates and starters - Project scaffolding

Paid Products

Our paid offerings are proprietary and require a subscription:

  • qRun: Managed hosting platform with auto-scaling, monitoring, and multi-environment support
  • qStudio: AI development assistant that understands qqq patterns
  • Premium qBits: Pre-built modules like OMS, WMS, and CRM

You pay for these products because they save you time—not because a license requires it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use qqq for commercial projects?

Yes! Apache 2.0 allows commercial use with no restrictions. You can build a SaaS product, charge customers, and keep your source code proprietary.

Do I need to share my source code?

No. Apache 2.0 has no copyleft requirements. Your application code is yours to keep private.

Do I need to credit qqq?

Apache 2.0 requires you to include the license notice in any redistribution of the qqq source code. For applications built with qqq, no attribution is required in your UI.

Is this the same license as Kubernetes?

Yes! Apache 2.0 is used by Kubernetes, TensorFlow, React (partially), and many other major open-source projects. Your legal team has likely already approved it.

Do I need a commercial license?

No. Apache 2.0 already permits commercial use with no restrictions. There is no separate "commercial license" to purchase. Build your product, charge your customers, and keep your code—the open-source license covers everything.

If your organization requires a custom legal agreement, SLA, or indemnification, contact us about our Enterprise Support plans.

Get in Touch

Questions about licensing? We're happy to help. Contact us or email hello@qrun.io.