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Is Apache License 2.0 compatible with The Unlicense?

Yes

Both Apache License 2.0 and The Unlicense are permissive licenses with minimal obligations. Combining code under them is straightforward; ensure the original copyright notices are preserved alongside any new ones.

About these licenses

LicenseFamilyPatent grant
Apache License 2.0 (Apache-2.0) permissive Yes
The Unlicense (Unlicense) permissive No (implicit at most)

Apache License 2.0: Permissive with an explicit patent grant and contribution terms.

The Unlicense: Public-domain dedication with a fallback license for jurisdictions that don't recognise PD.

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