The MySQL GPL

Is my server eligible for it?

[Raymond]

I tried reading the GPL, I am still not very clear if I can get the GPL licence, in my own words: free copy.

I will be installing it on my own webserver, which powers my commercial website. I will be using it only for my own websites and I am not planning on selling it as part of a service. I probably won't edit the codes, modify any parts of the program, nor will I distribute it in any form whatsoever.

So am I qualified to use it on my server? Or do I have to purchase the commercial licence?

[bird]

The GPL clearly states that you can use the software for your own purposes without any restrictions.

The only moment where it imposes any limitations on you is when you redistribute it, which means if you give it to someone else.