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Understand, choose, and manage your Microsoft licenses

Welcome to your central hub for everything related to Microsoft licensing. Explore essential resources to help you understand your options, make informed purchase decisions, and efficiently manage your licenses. Stay up to date with the latest Microsoft licensing news and updates, all in one place.

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LEARN ABOUT LICENSING

Stay informed

Whether you’re new to Microsoft licensing, have a specific question about a program or agreement, or need guidance to make more informed decisions, this is a good place to start.

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Small business

Government & education

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MICROSOFT CUSTOMER AGREEMENT

Streamlined, flexible purchasing

Choose the purchasing method that works best for you with the Microsoft Customer Agreement (MCA)—a single agreement that streamlines the purchase process and lets you click-to-accept online.

LICENSE MANAGEMENT

Key resources for existing customers

Access essential tools to download and manage your Microsoft volume licenses or register and activate product license keys.

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Enterprise

Small business

Government & education

Products and solutions

Make your move to the cloud

Start taking advantage of our powerful, innovative set of cloud services today!

Azure

Microsoft Azure is an ever-expanding set of cloud services to help your organization meet your business challenges.

Dynamics 365

Dynamics 365 is a set of intelligent cloud-based business applications combining CRM, ERP, and Mixed Reality with Microsoft Power Platform.

Microsoft 365

The productivity cloud that brings together best-in-class Office apps, intelligent cloud services, and advanced security to help you achieve more.

Office & Office 365

Get the latest Office desktop and mobile apps, plus integrated collaboration services, coupled with advanced compliance features and full IT power.

Power Platform

Accelerate innovation and deploy impactful solutions faster with Microsoft Power Platform.

SQL Server

Build intelligent, mission-critical applications using a scalable, hybrid database platform.

Understand your options

Compare Windows features and editions, see FAQs and resources for easier buying decisions.

Windows 11

Windows 11 is the most secure Windows ever. From devices to the cloud, Windows 11 helps to strengthen identity and protect data.

Windows 365

Windows 365 is the world’s first Cloud PC, securely streaming personalized Windows desktop, apps, settings, and content from the cloud to any device.

Windows Server

The Windows Server operating system bridges on-premises environments with Azure, adding additional security and modernization capabilities.

System Center

System Center delivers a simplified datacenter management experience to keep you in control of your IT.

Find what you need

Explore these resources and documents for more in-depth information on licensing.

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Licensing Briefs

Learn about complex licensing situations involving new technologies or combinations of products.

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Licensing Terms

View licensing terms that define the terms and conditions for the products and Online Services you purchase through Microsoft Volume Licensing programs.

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Take the next step

Buy from a partner

The Cloud Solution Provider (CSP) program is ideal if you’re looking for a fully partner-managed solution tailored to support your digital transformation needs.

Buy from a Microsoft seller

The Microsoft Customer Agreement for Enterprise (MCA-E) is designed to meet unique licensing needs that require a high level of Microsoft engagement.

Buy from Microsoft online

Buying online is the right choice if you want to try and buy what you need and appreciate the convenience of buying directly on the web.