ISC License

NoneUsed by: OpenBSD, Django (historical usage)

Description

A permissive license similar to the MIT License, with simple terms that allow free use, modification, and distribution.

Key Features

  • Minimal restrictions
  • No patent clauses
  • No trademark provisions
  • Simple attribution

History & Context

Derived from original 4-clause BSD license. Used by Internet Systems Consortium.

Compatibility

LicenseCompatibility
With gplCompatible with all GPL versions
With mitSelf-compatible
With bsdSelf-compatible
With proprietaryYes

License Details

Copyleft Strength

None

Legal Enforceability

Proven in court cases

Notable Projects

OpenBSDDjango (historical usage)

License Provisions

AttributionRequired
Source codeNo requirement
Modification clauseNone
WarrantyDisclaimer included