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Mule Community Edition

Mule Community Edition (Mule Kernel) was an open-source integration runtime framework for connecting applications and data. MuleSoft has retired active updates for the open-source community edition.

License RequiredDiscontinued; commercial enterprise license required for active versions

What it does

Provided light enterprise service bus (ESB) messaging and integration runtime functions for connecting distributed software applications.

Who it may suit

Organizations researching legacy MuleSoft open-source integration runtimes or evaluating enterprise integration patterns.

Free tier and license

Discontinued; active supported releases require a commercial enterprise license.

Limitations to check

Community Edition is retired; current supported distributions require purchasing an enterprise license. Check official documentation for details.

Licensing notes

Discontinued open-source kernel; active supported versions require a commercial enterprise license from MuleSoft.

Verification details

Last licensing verification recorded: 2026-10-28.

Directory record last updated: 2026-10-17. These are separate dates: a record update does not necessarily mean the publisher's terms changed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Mule Community Edition actively maintained?

No, MuleSoft retired the open-source Mule Kernel; active supported releases require a commercial enterprise license.

Where can I read current licensing options for MuleSoft products?

Current subscription terms and enterprise licensing options are available on the official MuleSoft website.

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