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

# Open Source

> PayGlue is open source under the Business Source License 1.1.

PayGlue is developed in the open. The source code is available on GitHub so you can read how it works, self-host it, or contribute.

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## What is included

The public repository contains the parts of PayGlue that handle the core integration work:

* **Backend** — the Django API that receives webhooks from payment providers, looks up Ghost members, and grants or revokes access
* **Dashboard frontend** — the Vue 3 app you use to connect Ghost, configure mappings, and monitor events

## What is not included

The public repository does not include the marketing website (payglue.io) or any internal tooling. The dashboard you see at [app.payglue.io](https://app.payglue.io) is built directly from the open-source code.

## License

PayGlue uses the [Business Source License 1.1](https://github.com/PayGlue/PayGlue-OS/blob/main/LICENSE.md) (BUSL 1.1).

In short: the source code is readable and self-hostable for non-production use. Production use requires a PayGlue subscription. After four years the code converts to the Apache 2.0 license automatically.

## Contributing

Bug reports and pull requests are welcome. Open an issue on GitHub to discuss a change before submitting a pull request for anything larger than a typo fix.

## Security disclosures

If you find a security vulnerability, please do not open a public issue. See the [Security overview](/security/overview) page for responsible disclosure options.