GLWTPL is a software license that conveys humorous permission to use code with no warranty or support obligations.
The license addresses the situation where developers have written code they are not proud of, want to release publicly without accepting responsibility for its quality or maintenance, or simply lack the time or intention to fix or improve it further. The approach is straightforward: include the license text in a project to explicitly disclaim any obligation to support, maintain, or warrant the code. The license comes in a standard version and an NSFW variant.
The tool suits projects created under time pressure where quality assurance is not a priority, such as hackathon submissions, code competition entries, or university coursework. It is appropriate for developers who want to share code freely while making clear they accept no liability for its use. Unlike conventional open-source licenses that establish frameworks for contribution and maintenance, this license explicitly rejects such expectations. The README does not compare it to other licenses.
The project maintains translations across numerous languages, indicating sustained effort to make the license accessible to international developers. The repository includes a contribution guideline, suggesting the maintainers have established a process for how community participation should occur.
