Subscription-based Licensing
The subscription-based licensing model offers increased flexibility, scalability, and convenience compared to traditional approaches. Users receive access to software for a defined period, with the license automatically renewing upon timely payment. Key advantages include automated management through a secure portal, transparent license information, and proactive notifications. This model supports sustainable operational planning, optimizes resources, and ensures a seamless user experience through uninterrupted updates.
Flexible WinCC OA Subscription-based Licenses!
The Flexible Subscription-based License model provides enhanced flexibility and convenience in comparison to traditional licensing methods. This model is engineered to support long-term operational planning, enabling adaptability and alignment with evolving requirements. Utilizing Flexible Subscription-based Licenses facilitates resource optimization, scalable deployment, and sustained performance over time.
What Does Subscription Licensing Mean for You?
With a WinCC OA subscription, you gain access to our robust software for a defined period, typically one year. It's all about peace of mind and continuous operation:
- Automatic Renewal: Your license will automatically prolong as long as your yearly fee is paid on time, ensuring uninterrupted access to your critical systems.
- Flexibility to Adapt: Should your project needs evolve, you have the control to manage your subscription. If you decide to cancel, your license will simply conclude at the end of your current subscription period.
Key Benefits You'll Love:
We've designed this new licensing approach for your seamless operation, offering:
- Uninterrupted Operations: Our intelligent system ensures your applications run smoothly without downtime. License updates are handled during runtime, keeping your critical processes online, even during renewal.
- Effortless, Automated Management: Forget manual worries! Enjoy fully automated license monitoring and updates via our secure License Portal. Your licenses stay current and compliant with minimal effort.
- Crystal-Clear License Information: Dedicated overview panels provide transparent, easy-to-access details on your license type, expiration, and contract dates, giving you a complete picture.
- Always Stay Informed: Receive timely in-application notifications as your license nears expiration. If automated renewal isn't possible, we'll proactively reach out through multiple channels to ensure you're fully aware.
This new subscription offering empowers you with more control, predictability, and a truly seamless experience for your installations.
Subscription-based Licensing Functions
CONTROL functions for querying information from subscription-based licenses: Subscription-based Licensing Functions.
License Types
The following types of licenses are available for subscription-based licensing:
| Type | Expiration date set? | Demo period set? | Contract date before expiration date |
| Perpetual | - | - | - |
| Subscription | Yes | - | -30 days |
| Development | Yes | Yes | -30 days |
| Demo | Yes | Yes | 0 |
| No license |