# SOLIDWORKS Licensing

Flexible purchasing options give you the power to choose a license that best suits your needs

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## Compare Licensing Options

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### Single User License

- Lower upfront costs
- Flexibility to log in and securely access software on multiple devices
- Flexibility to change products at the end of each term
- **3D**EXPERIENCE platform and Cloud Services
- Immediate access to software upgrades
- Live technical support from your local Reseller Partner
- Access to SOLIDWORKS Certification exams

**Duration**: Quarterly or Yearly

**License availability**: SOLIDWORKS Design\* and SOLIDWORKS xDesign

\*Quarterly licenses are available to purchase through a Reseller Partner. Yearly licenses are available to purchase online or through a Reseller Partner.

- [Buy online](/how-to-buy/solidworks-design-plans-pricing)

- [Contact sales](/how-to-buy/contact-sales)

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### Device License

- Lower upfront costs
- Flexibility to change products at the end of each term
- Any user can access on a single device
- **3D**EXPERIENCE platform and Cloud Services
- Immediate access to software upgrades
- Live technical support from your local Reseller Partner
- Access to SOLIDWORKS Certification exams

**Duration**: Quarterly\* or Yearly

**License availability**: SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services

\*Quarterly licenses are available to purchase through a Reseller Partner. Yearly licenses are available to purchase online or through a Reseller Partner. Shareable licenses (SNLs) can be purchased through a Reseller Partner.

- [Buy online](/how-to-buy/solidworks-design-cloud-services-plans-pricing)

- [Contact sales](/how-to-buy/contact-sales)

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### Perpetual License with Subscription Services

- Any user can access on a single device
- **3D**EXPERIENCE platform and Cloud Services
- Immediate access to software upgrades
- Live technical support from your local value-added reseller
- Access to SOLIDWORKS Certification exams

**Duration**: Perpetual\*

**License availability**: SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services

\*Perpetual licenses are available to purchase through a Reseller Partner. Shareable licenses (SNLs) can be purchased through a Reseller Partner.

- [Contact sales](/how-to-buy/contact-sales)

# Want quick answers on How to Buy? 

We can help you with product pricing, license options, product demonstrations, training, and finding a local partner.

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- [Contact sales](/how-to-buy/contact-sales)

- [Call +1 (800) 693-9000](tel:1-800-693-9000)

- [Find a partner](/how-to-buy/find-solidworks-reseller/)

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