License types

This page explains the different types of Graphisoft product licenses, plus Demo Mode.

Cloud license

Demo Mode

Cloud license

A cloud-based license is connected to a user’s Graphisoft account, so it works only if the user has signed in.

You can use a cloud-based license if

your company has purchased a cloud-type subscription

you have a Graphisoft account, and you have signed in

your company administrator has assigned a license to you

After purchasing a subscription, your company administrator assigns you a license using the cloud-based license site.

When you start up your Graphisoft product, you are prompted to sign in to your account with your Graphisoft ID. Your license is then activated, and you can start working.

Make sure you sign in with the right account and the right credentials, otherwise you might not get your license.

To release your license, you must sign out of your account.

Demo Mode

When you start the program, it automatically checks to see if you have a license available. If not, you can continue in Demo Mode.

Demo Mode gives you full functionality except file saving, publishing, and collaboration features (Hotlinks, Teamwork). Use Demo mode to open, view and try out functions.

The unavailable commands and menu items are disabled, and the program’s title bar changes to Demo.

Related topics

License troubleshooting

Getting Started with Cloud Licensing

Sign in with Graphisoft ID