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License Section Generator
Generate a README License section for a chosen SPDX license.
How it works
- 1Choose a license.
- 2Enter the holder and year.
- 3Copy the License section into your README.
Use cases
- Add a License section to a project.
- Keep license wording consistent.
- Reference the full LICENSE file.
Frequently asked questions
Does this generate the full license text?
No. It produces a short README section that names the license and points to your LICENSE file.
Which licenses are supported?
MIT, Apache-2.0, GPL-3.0, BSD-2/3-Clause, ISC, MPL-2.0, and the Unlicense.
Is it private?
Yes. The document is assembled in your browser; nothing is uploaded or stored.
Read the guide
How to add a license section to your README
Generate a clean License section for your README — pick an SPDX license, set the holder and year, and point to your LICENSE file the right way.
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