

Saving in the EDU version will prevent the file from opening in the Commercial mode. In this case the logo is added, and cannot be removed later. Commercial project files can be opened with an EDU version of Archicad. EDU project files can be opened with a commercial version of Archicad, in which case Archicad switches to EDU mode and the logo will be present. This logo will be present on all printouts.

Time counts only when Archicad window is in focus, it is the active window. In Help menu/License information you can check the remaining number of hours. When you start Archicad the counter starts and when you quit the program it stops to count. Pay-per-use license type offers prepaid licenses for Archicad, you can buy hours of Archicad usage in advance. Solo version has the exact same functionality as the Full version except it doesn't include TeamWork, Cinema 4D rendering engine and Hotlink/X-ref capabilities. Solo licenses for Solo Archicad versions are available in the UK, USA, Brazil, South Korea, Hong Kong, Japan and in Latin-America. (with some technical limitations for more details see: Protection Key)


You will be able to run older versions as well. With a Full license you can use the fully functional Graphisoft product with unlimited usage. To purchase Graphisoft products or for country specific information you can contact your country representative: Types of commercial licenses Full license
