Trados Studio FAQ

Here's the answer to this frequently asked question about Studio.

FAQ

Subscription or perpetual: which Trados Studio license is right for you?

New customers can now access the latest version of Trados Studio through subscription. Customers who already own a perpetual Studio 2021 or 2022 license may upgrade to the latest version, Studio 2024, on a perpetual license. New perpetual Studio licenses are no longer available to purchase.
 
Both subscription and existing perpetual licenses provide access to the same core Studio features and functionality. 
 
Subscription 
 
Our subscription plans offer flexible payment options, making them ideal for freelancers and organizations with changing needs. The available plans vary depending on whether you're using Trados Studio Freelance or Trados Studio Professional: 
 
Trados Studio Freelance: 
  • Monthly: Rolling monthly contract. 
  • Annual: Monthly payments with a 12-month commitment. 
  • Annual Saver: One annual payment with a 12-month commitment. 
 
Trados Studio Professional: 
  • One annual payment with a 12-month commitment.
 
Benefits of a subscription: 
  • Lower upfront cost compared to a perpetual Studio license. 
  • 14-day risk-free period for Freelance subscriptions - cancel within the first two weeks if it’s not right for you. 
  • Always access the latest version, with automatic updates and upgrades included. 
  • Easily add extra licenses (ideal for growing teams). 
  • Option to cancel at the end of each contract term. 
 
Note: Subscription licenses provide access to Trados Studio for the duration of your plan - you do not own the software outright. 
 
Perpetual Studio licenses for existing customers
 
New perpetual Studio licenses are no longer available to purchase. However, if you already own a perpetual Studio license, you retain permanent use of your current version.
 
What this means for existing perpetual Studio license holders: 
  • You continue to own the license permanently. 
  • You receive updates and service releases for your purchased version (while supported). 
  • Freedom to upgrade to the latest version for an additional fee. 
 
This option remains suitable for customers who have already purchased a perpetual Studio license and prefer long-term ownership without recurring payments.
 
Which option is right for you? 
 
If you're a freelance translator, or part of a team with changing workloads or need the ability to scale quickly, a subscription may offer all the flexibility you need. If you already own a perpetual Studio 2021 or 2022 license and prefer a one-time investment model, upgrading your existing license to Studio 2024 may be the better option.
 

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