When it comes to Cisco, you have choice in how you purchase, consume and deploy software.
Cisco Smart Licensing is a flexible software licensing method that simplifies the way you activate and manage licenses across your organization. Manage your Smart Licenses through your Smart Account.
We are delivering more visibility into your entitlements and more consistency across our portfolio and your experience.
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Learn moreWhether you are purchasing transactional subscriptions or through a Cisco Enterprise Agreement, we are adopting standards in how we term, tier, and meter software license usage.
Get the detailsMost Cisco software is available in three tiers: Essentials, Advantage, and Premier, with incremental capabilities in each tier.
You can purchase subscriptions in monthly, one-, three-, five- and seven-year terms based on offer.
We measure software consumption in three main categories: user, device, and capacity.
Predictable billing. Co-termed renewals. Growth flexibility.
Cisco Enterprise AgreementView your product and service entitlements
Manage your licenses, devices, and subscriptions
Verify your users and permissions
Get started with easy to follow “How to” documents for common questions.
Visit licensing supportLearn how to help your customers manage their assets and entitlements with Smart Licensing.
Get startedCisco offers multiple buying programs like Enterprise and Managed Service Agreements, so you can choose what is right for your customer and your business.
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