Is Gradia Free and Open Source?

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Yes. Gradia is free and open-source software, licensed under the GPLv3. That means you can use it at no cost, inspect its source code, and modify or redistribute it under the terms of that license. The project also welcomes outside contributions, including code, localization, and documentation.

What the license allows

GPLv3 is a copyleft license. In practical terms, for a tool like Gradia:

  • Use it freely — no payment or account is required to run the software.
  • Read the source — the code is publicly available for inspection.
  • Modify it — you can change the software to suit your needs.
  • Share it — you can redistribute your copies and modified versions, provided you pass along the same freedoms (the GPLv3 terms) and make the corresponding source available.

The exact obligations are defined by the license text itself, so treat the GPLv3 as the authoritative source if you plan to redistribute a modified build.

How to get it

Gradia is distributed through two package channels listed on its site:

Channel What it is
Flathub Flatpak app store for Linux
Snap Store Snap package distribution

Both are standard Linux distribution routes, so installation fits the normal workflow for whichever packaging system your distribution uses.

Contributing

The project explicitly invites contributions in three areas:

  • Code — via the GitHub repository
  • Localization — translating the interface into other languages
  • Docs — improving or expanding documentation

If you want to help, the "Get Involved" section on the site points to these entry points.

What Gradia does

For context on what you're getting: Gradia helps you beautify, annotate, and share screenshots on Linux. The stated goal is to get screenshots ready for sharing — whether quickly with friends or colleagues, or more professionally for a wider audience.

Quick answers

Do I have to pay to use Gradia? No. It is free and open-source software.

Can I modify and redistribute it? Yes, under the GPLv3 terms, which require that derivative works keep the same license and source availability.

Where do I download it? From Flathub or the Snap Store.

Can I contribute? Yes — code, localization, and documentation contributions are all welcomed.