Open Source Core. Pay Only for Hosting.

The qqq framework is 100% free and open source under Apache 2.0. Only pay when you want managed hosting or premium support.

100% open-source, Apache 2.0 licensed

Self-Hosted

Open Source

$Free Forever

Apache 2.0 license. Build anything, keep your code.

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Everything you need to build:

Full framework source code
Authentication & authorization
Audit logging & compliance
Multi-backend data access
Auto-generated admin UI
Community support on Discord

Enterprise Support

Custom

Priority support for mission-critical deployments.

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Everything in Open Source, plus:

Dedicated support engineer
0-day security patch access
Priority bug fixes
Architecture review & guidance
SLA-backed response times
Direct Slack/Teams channel

Open Source Promise

100% Open Source, Forever

The qqq framework is licensed under Apache 2.0. Build anything you want—including commercial SaaS products—and keep your code proprietary. Same license as Kubernetes, React, and TensorFlow.

Full source code access - always
No vendor lock-in - fork and go
Self-host anywhere - your infrastructure
Community-driven development

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Apache 2.0

Permissive License

100%

Open Source

Vendor Lock-in

Framework Cost

Self-Hosted vs Managed

Choose the deployment model that fits your needs. Both options give you the full power of the qqq framework.

Self-Hosted

Full control & flexibility

Complete code ownership
Deploy anywhere (cloud, on-prem)
No vendor lock-in
Customize everything
Your data stays yours

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Managed (qRun)

Focus on building, not ops

Zero infrastructure management
Automatic scaling & backups
Built-in monitoring & alerts
One-click deployments
Enterprise-grade security

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Whether you need enterprise pricing, custom deployment options, or have questions about which plan fits your team, we are here to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is qqq really free?
Yes. The qqq framework is open-source under the Apache 2.0 license. You can use it for free, build commercial products, self-host anywhere, and keep your code proprietary. No vendor lock-in, ever.
What's the difference between qqq and qRun?
qqq is the open-source framework you use to build applications. qRun is our managed hosting platform that handles deployment, scaling, and operations so you can focus on building.
What are qBits?
qBits are pre-built components and integrations for qqq. Community qBits are free and open-source. Premium qBits offer advanced enterprise integrations and are available for purchase.
Do I need qStudio to build qqq apps?
No. qStudio is an optional visual development environment that makes building qqq apps faster. You can build qqq apps with any IDE or text editor - it's just Java code.
Can I self-host qqq applications?
Absolutely. qqq applications are standard Java applications that run anywhere Java runs - AWS, GCP, Azure, on-premises, or your own servers. You have complete control.
What databases does qqq support?
qqq supports PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and can connect to external REST APIs as data backends. You can even query across multiple backends with a unified API.
What does the Apache 2.0 license mean for my app?
Apache 2.0 is a permissive license with no copyleft requirements. Build any application—including commercial SaaS products—and keep your source code proprietary. Your code is yours.
How does enterprise support work?
Enterprise plans include dedicated support channels, SLAs, custom integrations, and direct access to our engineering team. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements.