What are the implications of using GPL django apps in a non-GPL django project?

Question

If I was to integrate a third-party GPLv3,v2 or LGPL django app in my django project, would the licence apply to the complete project or just the third-party application I'm using?

Answer 1

Depends on the language of the license. Best to consult a lawyer if it's not clear.

Answer 2

GPLv2 isn't so viral on web apps, since you're not distributing. GPLv3 might be, there's some extra wording for this case.

usually it's best to contact the developer. it's not uncommon that he changes licenses, or clarifies his intentions. most Django-related code is under MIT licenses, so it's not unreasonable to ask.

and, if he specifically doesn't want to accomodate your case; then you shouldn't use that code, no matter what you think the legalese says.

(AINAL)