| License | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|
| AGPL-3.0 | Open-source projects with public source code | Free |
| Commercial | Proprietary / closed-source applications | $49 lifetime |
Commercial license
The commercial license is a one-time purchase of $49 that covers unlimited devices and users, includes all future updates, and removes all AGPL obligations. Get the Commercial License — $49 lifetime →When do you need a commercial license?
| Use case | License required |
|---|---|
| Open-source project with public source code | AGPL-3.0 (free) |
| Internal company tool (not distributed externally) | AGPL-3.0 (free) |
| Proprietary or closed-source application | Commercial |
| SaaS product without source code disclosure | Commercial |
| Redistributing without AGPL compliance | Commercial |
What’s included
| Feature | Included |
|---|---|
| Full source code | Yes |
| All 50+ PDF tools | Yes |
| Self-hosting rights | Yes |
| Lifetime updates | Yes |
| Remove branding (Simple Mode) | Yes |
| Commercial support via email | Yes |
| Priority feature requests | Yes |
No license key required
BentoPDF does not use license keys. The commercial license grants you the legal right to use the software in proprietary applications — there is no technical enforcement mechanism. Upon purchase, you receive a ZIP archive containing the complete BentoPDF source code, identical to the public repository.AGPL third-party components
BentoPDF does not bundle AGPL-licensed processing libraries in its source code. These components are pre-configured to load at runtime from CDN URLs, so all features work out of the box with no manual setup.| Component | License | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PyMuPDF | AGPL-3.0 | Pre-configured via CDN |
| Ghostscript | AGPL-3.0 | Pre-configured via CDN |
| CoherentPDF | AGPL-3.0 | Pre-configured via CDN |
Invoicing
To request an official invoice, email contact@bentopdf.com with your purchase confirmation.FAQ
Do I need a license key?
Do I need a license key?
No. BentoPDF does not use license keys. The commercial license grants you legal rights to use the software in proprietary applications — there is no key to enter or activate.
Can I use BentoPDF in my SaaS product?
Can I use BentoPDF in my SaaS product?
Yes, with a commercial license. Without it, AGPL-3.0 requires you to make your full application source code available to users. The commercial license removes this obligation.
What about the AGPL components?
What about the AGPL components?
The commercial license covers BentoPDF’s own code. Components like PyMuPDF, Ghostscript, and CoherentPDF remain under AGPL-3.0. If you distribute modified versions of those components, you must still comply with their AGPL terms.
How do I get an invoice?
How do I get an invoice?
Email contact@bentopdf.com with your purchase confirmation and we will send an official invoice.