What is the validity period of the individual student license?

I have an individual student license and I would like to know if it is forever or if it is valid.

When I bought it, I read that it was perpetual, so I deduced that it was forever.

When I log into my MathWoks account it says there is a time limit for the service.

I would like to know what this timeout is about.

Thank you for your attention

Answer 1

[Hassaan]

You're right to be confused! Understanding the validity of a MathWorks individual student license can be a bit convoluted. Here's a breakdown to clarify:

Perpetual License:

• As you read, individual student licenses for MATLAB and Simulink are indeed perpetual licenses. This means you have the right to use the software indefinitely once you purchase it.

Software Maintenance Service (SMS):

• However, the perpetual license includes only the first year of Software Maintenance Service (SMS). SMS provides access to:
• New version upgrades: This allows you to update to the latest versions of MATLAB and Simulink throughout the year.
• Technical support: MathWorks offers technical assistance to help you with any issues you might encounter while using the software.

Time Limit in MathWorks Account:

• The time limit you see in your MathWorks account likely refers to the expiry date of your current SMS: after the first year, the SMS included in your purchase expires.

Renewing SMS:

• You can continue receiving new version upgrades and technical support by renewing your SMS subscription annually. MathWorks offers individual student discounts for SMS renewal.

Alternatives:

• If you don't need updates or technical support, you can continue using the version of MATLAB and Simulink you purchased even after the SMS expires.

Summarizing:

• Your individual student license grants perpetual access to MATLAB and Simulink.
• You can utilize the software indefinitely.
• The time limit in your account corresponds to the expiry of the one-year included SMS.
• You can opt to renew SMS annually for continued access to updates and support.

I hope this clarifies the situation! If you have further questions or require specific details about your license or SMS renewal, feel free to ask. I'd be happy to help!

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