What is the difference between a new, second-hand, and subscription license?
New license: It has never been used and is sold directly by the publisher or an authorized distributor. Second-hand license: It has been used and then resold in compliance with European regulations. Subscription license: This is a limited-time rental, renewable according to the publisher's terms.
How does Softcorner guarantee the compliance of the licenses sold?
Softcorner is committed to providing 100% compliant licenses: Second-hand licenses comply with the CJEU C-128/11 decision, governing their resale in Europe. New licenses are either perpetual or subscription-based, directly sourced from publishers or authorized distributors. Each product comes with the necessary documentation to guarantee its traceability and authenticity.
Can I purchase licenses in full compliance?
Yes, Softcorner guarantees license compliance: For second-hand licenses, their resale complies with European regulations (CJEU C-128/11). For new licenses, whether perpetual or subscription-based, they come from certified distributors and are fully compliant with publishers' policies.
Is the resale of second-hand licenses legal?
Yes, the resale of second-hand licenses is legally regulated in Europe by the CJEU C-128/11 ruling. However, this regulation only applies to the European Economic Area (EEA).
How are licenses purchased on Softcorner delivered?
1. Second-hand licenses: You receive a download link in your personal account, including proof of authenticity, activation keys, and, if necessary, the executable file. 2. New on-premise licenses and subscriptions: You will receive a confirmation email detailing the installation and activation procedure.
How does Softcorner verify the authenticity of licenses?
Softcorner collects and provides documents proving the authenticity and legality of licenses, including: Original purchase invoice, uninstallation commitment for second-hand licenses, and complete documentation on the chain of ownership.
What documents will I receive with my license?
For second-hand licenses, you will receive: The original invoice proving commercialization in the EEA, the uninstallation commitment, activation keys, and all necessary traceability documents.
Are Softcorner licenses suitable for public organizations?
Yes, Softcorner holds several public contracts. Public buyers can contact us for more information about our tailored offers.
Why buy from Softcorner?
Softcorner guarantees: Competitive prices, compliant products, whether new or second-hand, and the support of an expert team to ensure the success of your transactions.
What are the advantages of second-hand licenses?
Second-hand licenses offer substantial savings (up to 50% off the new price) while being compliant with European regulations.
How does selling licenses on Softcorner work?
The process is simple: 1. License submission: You propose your licenses to Softcorner. 2. Purchase offer: Softcorner offers you a direct purchase or a purchase option activated when a buyer is identified. 3. Document collection: We verify the compliance of your licenses (invoice, uninstallation commitment). 4. Payment: Once validated, payment is made.
Does Softcorner buy licenses directly or facilitate connections?
Softcorner can either buy your licenses directly through an immediate purchase or facilitate connections via a purchase option as soon as a buyer is found.
How do I know if my licenses are eligible for sale?
This question applies only to second-hand licenses. They must meet the following criteria: Initial commercialization in the EEA, perpetual licenses, fully paid licenses, and confirmed uninstallation commitment.
What is a second-hand license?
A second-hand license has already been used by a company that no longer needs it and resells it in compliance with European regulations.
What types of licenses can I sell to Softcorner?
You can offer perpetual second-hand licenses, as well as unused licenses resulting from migrations or changes in needs.