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title: "FAQ"
description: "Frequently asked questions about widget development. Open source, review process, and publishing trust."
canonical: https://glasshome.app/docs/widgets/faq
section: "Support"
updated: 2026-08-10
---
# FAQ

Short answers for widget authors. App questions live in the [Dash FAQ](/docs/dash/faq); account and pricing questions in the [Hub FAQ](/docs/hub/faq).

## Is it open source?

The widget SDK and CLI are open source. The dashboard is source-available; see the repo for license terms.

## How do widgets get reviewed?

Community widgets publish immediately and are flagged with a Community badge. Users see a consent prompt before install. Official widgets go through GlassHome review. See [Publishing → Trust Badges](/docs/widgets/widget-publishing#trust-badges).

## Do I need a Hub account to build widgets?

Not to build and test locally; the [CLI](/docs/widgets/widget-cli) dev flow works without one. Publishing to the registry requires an account. See [Publishing](/docs/widgets/widget-publishing).