Microsoft Perpetual Licensing
One-time purchase for indefinite software use with volume licensing benefits
Perpetual License Ownership
Microsoft Perpetual Licensing provides organizations with permanent software licenses through a one-time purchase. This traditional licensing model is ideal for businesses that prefer ownership over subscription-based models.
Volume licensing programs offer bulk purchasing without separate media or documentation, reducing costs per installation while providing centralized license management through the Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center.
Available Products
Key Features
Perpetual Rights
Use software indefinitely without expiration
Volume Keys
Simplified deployment with volume licensing keys
On-Premises
Install and run software on your infrastructure
Software Assurance
Optional benefits for updates and support
Volume Licensing Programs
Enterprise Agreement
For large organizations with 500+ users seeking comprehensive licensing with Software Assurance benefits
- 3-year commitment
- Organization-wide licensing
- Software Assurance included
- Flexible payment options
Open Value
For small to mid-sized organizations (5-500 users) with simplified purchasing and 3-year contracts
- Lower entry point
- Annual payments
- Software Assurance optional
- Aggregated licensing
Software Assurance Benefits
Optional Software Assurance provides additional value beyond the perpetual license:
Choose Perpetual Licensing for Your Organization
One-time investment with long-term software ownership