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+# Bruno Self-Hosted License Server
+
+A self-hosted license activation server for [Bruno](https://github.com/usebruno/bruno/) API client.
+
+> **⚠️ DISCLAIMER**: This project is for **development and educational purposes only**. If you like Bruno and use it professionally, please [purchase a legitimate license](https://www.usebruno.com/pricing) to support the developers.
+
+## Overview
+
+This Flask-based server implements the license activation and verification endpoints required by Bruno, allowing you to run a local license server for testing and development purposes.
+
+## Installation
+Clone the repository and install dependencies:
+```bash
+git clone https://github.com/NohamR/BrunoServer.git && cd BrunoServer
+pip install flask
+```
+
+## Usage
+Run the server with default settings (localhost:5000):
+```bash
+python server.py
+```
+
+Configure the server using environment variables:
+```bash
+export FLASK_HOST=0.0.0.0
+export FLASK_PORT=8080
+export FLASK_DEBUG=true
+```
+
+### Configure Bruno
+
+To use this license server with Bruno:
+
+1. Start the server
+2. In Bruno, configure the license server URL to point to your local server:
+   - Default: `http://127.0.0.1:5000`
+3. Use any license key for activation and any otp for verification.
+
+## Legal Notice
+
+This software is provided for educational and development purposes only. The authors do not condone piracy or license violations. 
+
+**Please support the Bruno project** by purchasing a legitimate license if you:
+- Use Bruno for professional/commercial work
+- Want to support ongoing development
+- Need official support
+
+Visit [Bruno's official website](https://www.usebruno.com/) to learn more and purchase a license.
+
+## Disclaimer
+
+This project is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Bruno project or its developers. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners.