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Grafana License

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Grafana operates on an model. This means there are two distinct versions of the software with different licenses: grafana license

A company that builds a custom data source plugin for internal use and runs Grafana on their own servers does not need to open-source that plugin under AGPLv3. However, a cloud provider that forks Grafana, adds new core features, and sells "Grafana as a Service" to external customers must release the source code of those modifications. Navigate to > General > Stats and license in the side menu

Grafana is widely recognized as the leading open-source visualization and observability tool. However, its licensing has evolved significantly. To use Grafana legally and effectively—whether you are a solo developer, a large enterprise, or a cloud provider—you must understand the distinction between (Open Source Software), Grafana Enterprise , and the licensing change that occurred in 2021. However, a cloud provider that forks Grafana, adds

Grafana Labs has a licensing model that is often misunderstood because it shifted significantly in 2021. If you are looking for a "good piece" (a clear, high-value summary) on how their licensing works, here is the breakdown.