⚖️ Legal Information
Commercial License & Terms
Understanding Kontext LoRA licensing for commercial applications and business use
📋 License Overview
Kontext LoRA is built on FLUX.1 Kontext [dev] which requires specific licensing for commercial use. Here's what you need to know:
🆓 Non-Commercial Use
Free for personal projects, research, and educational purposes under the FLUX.1 dev non-commercial license.
💼 Commercial Use
Requires commercial license from Black Forest Labs for business applications and revenue-generating projects.
☁️ Cloud Platforms
Some platforms like Replicate provide commercial usage rights for their hosted versions.
🔄 LoRA Models
LoRA models inherit the licensing of their base model - commercial use requires proper base model licensing.
🔍 Usage Rights Breakdown
| Use Case | Non-Commercial License | Commercial License Required |
|---|---|---|
| Personal art creation | ✅ Allowed | No |
| Academic research | ✅ Allowed | No |
| Educational content | ✅ Allowed | No |
| Portfolio showcases | ✅ Allowed | No |
| Commercial art/design | ❌ Restricted | ⚠️ Yes |
| Marketing materials | ❌ Restricted | ⚠️ Yes |
| Products for sale | ❌ Restricted | ⚠️ Yes |
| Client work | ❌ Restricted | ⚠️ Yes |
| SaaS applications | ❌ Restricted | ⚠️ Yes |
| Mobile apps (monetized) | ❌ Restricted | ⚠️ Yes |
⚖️ Legal Disclaimer
This information is provided for general guidance only. For definitive legal advice regarding your specific use case, consult with Black Forest Labs or qualified legal counsel.
💰 Commercial Licensing Options
Choose the right licensing option for your business needs:
Cloud Platform
$0.002
per generation on Replicate
- Commercial usage rights included
- Pay-per-use model
- No upfront licensing costs
- Hosted infrastructure
- API access
- Automatic updates
Most Popular
Direct License
Contact
for custom pricing
- Full commercial rights
- On-premise deployment
- Custom terms available
- Volume discounts
- Priority support
- White-label options
Enterprise
Custom
tailored solutions
- Unlimited commercial use
- Custom model training
- Dedicated support team
- SLA guarantees
- Integration assistance
- Custom terms & pricing
⚠️ Important Considerations
Model Distribution
When sharing LoRA models trained on FLUX.1 Kontext [dev]:
- Community-shared models inherit the non-commercial license
- Commercial use requires proper base model licensing
- Always include license information with distributed models
- Check platform terms for model sharing services
Derived Works
Generated images and content:
- Non-commercial license allows personal use of generated content
- Commercial use of outputs requires commercial base model license
- Some platforms provide commercial rights for their hosted versions
- Attribution requirements may apply depending on license terms
📝 Documentation Required
Keep records of your licensing agreements and usage to ensure compliance with terms and conditions.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Kontext LoRA for my freelance design work?
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Freelance work for clients typically requires a commercial license since you're providing paid services. Check with Black Forest Labs for specific licensing requirements for your use case.
What about using it for social media content?
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Personal social media posts are generally fine under non-commercial license. However, if you're monetizing your content through ads, sponsorships, or selling products, you may need commercial licensing.
Can I sell LoRA models I've trained?
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Selling LoRA models trained on FLUX.1 Kontext [dev] requires commercial licensing of the base model. The LoRA inherits the licensing restrictions of its foundation model.
Is there a difference between FLUX.1 Kontext versions?
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Yes. FLUX.1 Kontext [dev] has non-commercial licensing, while [pro] and [max] versions may have different licensing terms. Always check the specific license for the version you're using.
How do cloud platforms handle licensing?
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Platforms like Replicate, fal.ai, and others typically include commercial usage rights in their service terms when you use their hosted versions. Always verify the specific terms of each platform.
🔗 Official Resources
Licensing Authorities
- Black Forest Labs: Official licensing information
- FLUX.1 Model Card: Detailed license terms
- Replicate Terms: Platform-specific licensing
Legal Resources
- Consult with qualified legal counsel for complex use cases
- Review terms of service for all platforms you use
- Keep documentation of licensing agreements
- Monitor for license updates and changes
✅ Best Practice
When in doubt about licensing requirements, contact Black Forest Labs directly or use licensed cloud platforms for commercial applications.
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