Open source, licensing, and vendor lock-in: What changed?
Starting with Redis 7.4, you’re no longer dealing with a traditional open source license. Redis moved to a mix of source-available licenses (AGPLv3, RSALv2, SSPLv1), each with its own fine print and restrictions.
If you’re just using Redis in a straightforward way, you might not feel the impact right away. But if you’re building managed services, bundling Redis into your own products, or running in certain cloud environments, these new license terms could throw a wrench into your plans.
That’s exactly why Valkey was created. When Redis changed course, a group of seasoned maintainers and community members created Valkey to protect what made Redis so valuable in the first place: fast, reliable, truly open source performance, with a BSD license and no hidden restrictions.
With Valkey, there’s no need to stress about future license changes. You get the performance you want, plus legal clarity and long-term peace of mind.