> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.glyphformac.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Licensing Overview

> Understanding Glyph's licensing model for official binaries

Glyph is **open source** software, but official release binaries require a license after the 48-hour trial period.

## What is Licensed

Official binaries published through the [GitHub release workflow](https://github.com/SidhuK/Glyph/releases) include:

* **48-hour free trial** starting on first launch
* **Gumroad license key activation** for lifetime access
* **Offline use** after one successful activation
* **Unlimited devices** with no seat limits

## What is Not Gated

The following remain completely unrestricted:

* **Source code access** on GitHub
* **Local development builds** you build yourself
* **Community builds** from contributors

The app determines if it's an official build using the `GLYPH_OFFICIAL_BUILD=1` release-build flag.

## License Model

Glyph uses an **honest-user licensing model** for official binaries, not DRM:

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  **One-time purchase** - Pay once, use forever
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  **Lifetime access** - No subscriptions or recurring fees
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  **Unlimited devices** - Install on as many devices as you need
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  **No device binding** - Move between machines freely
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  **Offline forever** - No periodic online rechecks after activation
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## How It Works

1. Download an official binary from [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/SidhuK/Glyph/releases)
2. Launch Glyph to start your **48-hour trial**
3. Purchase a license key from [Gumroad](https://karatsidhu.gumroad.com/l/sqxfay)
4. Enter your key in Glyph to activate
5. Glyph verifies once with Gumroad and stores a local activation record
6. Continue using Glyph offline forever

## Where Licensing Appears

There are three entry points for managing your license:

### 1. Trial Banner

During the 48-hour trial, Glyph shows a banner at the top of the app with:

* Remaining trial time
* **Enter License Key** button
* **Buy on Gumroad** button

### 2. Lock Screen

After the trial expires, Glyph shows a full-screen activation view before the app shell loads. You must enter a valid license key to continue.

### 3. Settings

Open **Settings → General → License** or use the command palette:

* `Manage license`
* `Buy Glyph license`

## Purchase

Ready to unlock Glyph?

[Buy Glyph on Gumroad](https://karatsidhu.gumroad.com/l/sqxfay)

## Support

For licensing support, visit:

[GitHub Issues](https://github.com/SidhuK/Glyph/issues)