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Anyone with an active Fences subscription can start using Fences 5 with their Fences Annual Subscription key.
If I have a prior version of Fences with 5 activations/PCs (Multi-Device) will my Fences 5 purchase retain this number of activations?
No. The upgrade process on the Fences 5 store page, where you supply your email and it checks to see that you have a prior version of Fences, only applies to the discounts offered for Fences - it does not take into account how many activations you had on any prior version of Fence. The process of checking if you qualify for the upgrade only checks that you own a qualifying product.
What is a Fences ‘subscription’?
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If I want Fences 5 but I do not want the subscription version, what do I buy?
You would use the ‘Need a permanent LicenseGet it Now’ link at the bottom center of the two three product offering panels (Single PC or panel (available for a single PC or Multi-Device option for up to 5-PCs):
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Is there an ‘Upgrade’ option for a permanent license?
At this time (5/23/2024), ‘Upgrade’ pricing is only available for subscription licenses and not for permanent licenses of Fences 5. However, during the Release Preview, permanent licenses are discounted for all customers.
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Why is there a Fences Subscription?
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Yes, for as long as your Fences subscription is valid, you will receive all future major versions of Fences at no additional cost.
If I purchase a Permanent license, can I add more PCs to it?
For the non-business product, not at this time. If you needed more Permanent licenses, it would mean purchasing them individually or the 5-pack option (which is 1 key for 5 PCs).
If I purchase a Permanent license, will I still get updates?
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