Frequently Asked Questions

Software piracy occurs when one or more of the following happen:

• software is modified or hacked
• keys or accounts are copied or sold
• usage does not comply with the licensing terms of use – for example, software is copied or used on more computers than authorized by its license

Software piracy exposes businesses and consumers to security threats like malware, and can lead to decreased efficiencies in organizations. Only genuine, legally licensed Autodesk software is warranted and supported by Autodesk with access to the latest features, security updates, previous versions and more.

Using nonvalid software poses a risk for individuals and organizations. nonvalid software may have been modified and/or may include malicious code, leading to issues such as:

• Increased risk of exposure to malware that can destroy or compromise data, including your work
• Increased chance of the software not functioning correctly, or failing completely, which may cause safety, quality or integrity issues for your designs, processes, products or structures
• Limited access to customer support, upgrades, technical documentation, etc.

Using nonvalid software also puts you and your company at risk of copyright infringement or other potential legal claims, which may lead to civil penalties or criminal prosecution.

Using nonvalid software is an act of copyright infringement, which may result in both civil and criminal penalties. Further, Autodesk’s Terms of Use requires all customers to use Autodesk software in compliance with all applicable laws and further prohibits any act of unauthorized use, access or reproduction.

There are several different options for individuals and organizations to check the status of their software. Implementing Software Asset Management practices (detailed below) will provide insight into which licenses are in use. In addition, Autodesk may send notifications to users of nonvalid software and, in accordance with Autodesk’s Terms of Use, may also conduct licensing reviews.

No. Autodesk’s education and student licenses cannot be used for commercial, professional, commercial training, or other for-profit purposes. If you are using education or student versions for commercial purposes, visit www.autodesk.com for options on how to purchase the appropriate product.

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