Origin/OriginPro - License Types

Einzelplatzlizenz

An Origin/OriginPro single-user license (individual license) with usage rights in accordance with the manufacturer's terms and conditions is tied to a specific computer, i.e., “node-locked” or “fixed seat.” One license is required per computer, and each license has its own license number.

License type:

Single-user license, tied to a specific PC via a computer-specific key.

Computer change:

The license can be transferred to another computer via the OriginLab user portal.

Languages:

German + English.

Information on installing and activating single-user licenses can be found here: Installing and activating single-user licenses.

Group License

An Origin/OriginPro group license allows the customer to generate a certain number of license files under one serial number. Each user typically receives a license file that allows Origin or OriginPro to run on their computer. This type of license is suitable for institutions that want to make Origin available to a specific group of employees. Group licenses can only be updated for the entire group.

License type:

Single-user license, tied to a PC via a computer-specific key.

Computer change:

The license can be transferred to another computer via the OriginLab user portal.

Languages:

German + English.

The installation and activation of group licenses is the same as for single-user licenses. A description can be found here: Installation and activation of group licenses.

Network License

With an Origin/OriginPro concurrent network license, Origin/OriginPro can be installed on any number of computers and made available to multiple users. A network license always consists of an OriginLab license manager (FLEXlm) and one or more increments, with the license manager monitoring the number of concurrent users. The license manager is installed on a central server (Windows, Linux) and monitors the number of concurrent instances regardless of the language (German or English).

License type:

Network license for concurrent use, installation on any number of PCs with a central license manager.

Computer change:

No problem, as any number of installations is possible.

Special feature:

For use within an institution/company (=site) in one time zone.

Languages:

German + English.

Flexibility:

A network license can include Origin and OriginPro licenses, and different versions (i.e., older versions) are also supported. The versions that are supported will be announced in each case.

Further information on installing and activating network licenses can be found here: Installation and activation of network licenses.

Campus licenses

OriginPro campus licenses are only available to academic institutions such as universities, colleges, and vocational academies.

OriginLab offers campus licenses exclusively as rental licenses. These are large, centralized network licenses that are supplemented by a fixed number of group licenses.

The network licenses are intended for use on the university's computers, while the group licenses are intended for use by employees and students on their own devices (“home use”).

The number of network licenses is based on the following levels:

• OriginPro Department Netzwerk 50 - includes 150 group licenses
• OriginPro Campus Netzwerk 100 - includes 400 group licenses
• OriginPro Campus Netzwerk 200 - includes 800 group licenses
• OriginPro Campus Netzwerk 400 - includes 1,600 group licenses

The number, e.g., “50”, indicates the number of simultaneous users of a network license. Unlike previous license types, the size of the university or the number of authorized users is irrelevant.

Licensing is available for individual departments, multiple departments, or the entire institution.

Prices and conditions*

• For academic institutions only
• OriginPro only, Origin not available
• License is bilingual (German/English)
• Main license is the network license with the corresponding number of users for central provision
• A fixed number of OriginPro group licenses (as student or faculty home use) is included and can be increased in increments of 50 for a fee.
• Software maintenance is included, i.e., updates and home use within the extended scope of the specified group license.
  
• The rental fee is payable annually in advance. There is the option of a 3-year advance payment with a discount.
  
• Extensions are possible during the year.
  

* As of November 2025: The above configuration examples and terms and conditions are subject to change. Our offers will reflect the current configuration and current prices.

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OriginPro tutorial series as an introductory course on the efficient use of OriginPro for academic institutions as network and campus licenses.

Corporate licenses

When licensing Origin or OriginPro as a corporate license, we first conduct a needs analysis with you and assist you in planning your software requirements. The license can be set up as an individual combination of all available license types and is configured according to your specific requirements.

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Student license

The OriginPro student license is a rental license valid for one year.

License type:

Single-user license, tied to a specific PC via a computer-specific key.

License holder:

The license may be installed and used on a computer belonging to the registered user (student), i.e., this excludes university computers.

Languages:

German + English.

Restriction:

A maximum of 30 windows can be used in an OriginPro project (OPJ).

Updates:

Yes, via download during the term.

Special feature:

During the rental period, a discount may be available for upgrading to an industrial license upon completion of your studies.

The license is only available for download via the ADDITIVE eShop upon presentation of proof (student ID or certificate of enrollment).

The installation and activation of the OriginPro student license is similar to that of a single-user license. The corresponding instructions can be found here: Installation and activation of student licenses.

Home Use License

Home use licenses are only available with active software maintenance. Whether the respective software maintenance contract includes home use licenses is noted on the invoice or certificate. Home use licenses for Origin and OriginPro are work-at-home licenses.

Depending on the user's main license, the respective license agreement refers to:

• Faculty Home Use (employees of an academic institution)
• Student Home Use (students and pupils)
• Home Use (all other customers, such as company employees, private individuals, etc.)

In the following, we will simply refer to Home Use and mean the respective form.

Basic principle: The Home Use license form is always a single-user license with its own license number and can only be used with an active software maintenance contract. The home use license allows non-simultaneous use on a private computer at home, either an Origin or an OriginPro license, depending on the main license.
The home use license always receives only one password until the end of the software maintenance contract.

Price Categories

Origin and OriginPro licenses are offered at different prices for different user groups.

Update Policy

The easiest way to obtain updates for new OriginPro/Origin versions is through active software maintenance. Licenses with an active software maintenance contract receive the latest updates automatically.

Updates without active software maintenance

If the OriginPro/Origin license does not have active software maintenance, the following rules apply:

• When a new version is released, the immediately preceding version can be updated. If several new versions have already been released, an update may no longer be possible.
• The update price depends on the age of the license, i.e., which version is being updated, and includes Origin software maintenance for the first 12 months.

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