FontAwesome Commercial License Guide

Can FontAwesome Free be used commercially? License terms, restrictions, and compliance guide

FontAwesome Free is free for commercial use with CC BY 4.0 attribution requirement

Quick Summary: FontAwesome Free uses CC BY 4.0 + Additional Restrictions license, free for commercial use, but subject to specific conditions.

FontAwesome Free uses CC BY 4.0 with additional restrictions

Allowed

  • Use in commercial websites and applications
  • Use in SaaS products
  • Use in mobile apps
  • Use in print materials
  • Use in open source projects

Not Allowed

  • Resell FontAwesome icons as standalone icon sets
  • Use brand icons to imply official endorsement
  • Use Pro icons without a valid Pro license
  • Remove FontAwesome attribution when required

Do I need attribution?

When using CDN or npm, attribution is officially waived by FontAwesome

"If you are using the icons as a web font or SVG framework — the most common use cases — attribution is not required."

- FontAwesome Official License

No attribution required for CDN/npm usage

Pro License Information

Pro license provides access to all premium icons and styles

Common Misconceptions

Myth: Free version is for personal projects only

This is the most common misconception. FontAwesome Free uses CC BY 4.0, allowing commercial use including corporate websites, SaaS apps, e-commerce, etc.

Myth: Attribution is required

When using CDN or npm, FontAwesome officially waives attribution requirements. Only when embedding SVG files directly is attribution recommended.

Myth: All free icons can be used commercially

Brand icons (fa-brands) in the free version are protected by trademark law. Using Twitter, Apple, Google brand icons must not imply official endorsement.

Myth: Pro trial can be used in production

Pro trial is for development and evaluation only. Pro icons cannot be used in production commercial projects.

Compliance Checklist

Use CaseFree VersionPro Version
Company WebsiteFreeLicense Required
SaaS ProductFreeLicense Required
Open Source ProjectFreeLicense Required
WordPress ThemeFreeLicense Required
Mobile AppFreeLicense Required
Print/PosterFreeLicense Required
Resell Icon SetForbiddenForbidden
This is a summary for reference only. Please refer to the official FontAwesome license for authoritative terms. View Official License
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