Gluu.org primarily makes money through a combination of the following methods:
1. Commercial Software Licenses: Gluu offers premium versions of its identity and access management software under commercial licenses. Organizations can pay for additional features, support, and services beyond what is available in the open-source version.
2. Consulting Services: Gluu provides consulting services to help organizations implement and customize their identity solutions. This includes integration with existing systems, training, and ongoing support.
3. Support and Maintenance Contracts: Businesses that use Gluu’s software may opt for paid support and maintenance contracts, which provide them with timely updates, troubleshooting assistance, and access to advanced technical resources.
4. Hosting Services: Gluu may offer managed hosting solutions for organizations that prefer a cloud-based deployment of their identity services, allowing customers to avoid the complexities of self-hosting.
5. Partnerships and Collaborations: Gluu might engage in partnerships with other technology providers or organizations, which can lead to joint ventures or revenue-sharing arrangements.
6. Community Contributions: While the core software is open source, contributions from the community can enhance development and lead to new revenue opportunities through offerings derived from community innovations.
These revenue streams allow Gluu to sustain its operations while continuing to support both its commercial clients and the open-source community.
