NetLicensing

One Revenue Stream May No Longer Be Enough

Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Selling software used to be more straightforward. You had a product, you set a price, and someone paid it - a perpetual license, a yearly subscription, a one-off invoice. Both sides knew what the deal was.

The AI-Driven Transformation of Enterprise Software Licensing: From Seats to Tokens

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Enterprise software licensing is undergoing its most significant transformation since the shift to cloud computing, driven by the rapid adoption of Artificial Intelligence across business operations. As companies race to monetize AI investments, traditional seat-based licensing models are giving way to consumption-based pricing structures that align costs with actual usage, particularly token consumption and API calls.

Beyond Roles and Attributes: Introducing Entitlement-Based Access Control (EBAC) and Feature-Based Access Control (FeBAC)

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Access control has evolved significantly over the past two decades. Organizations started with simple Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), moved to more flexible Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC), and now face a new challenge: managing business entitlements alongside security permissions. Enter Entitlement-Based Access Control (EBAC) and Feature-Based Access Control (FeBAC) - two emerging paradigms that extend the traditional authorization frameworks to handle product licensing, subscription tiers, and feature accessibility.

Software License Entitlements and Monetization - Market Analysis Report 2026

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The global software license management market has evolved into a sophisticated ecosystem where traditional perpetual licensing gives way to dynamic, consumption-driven models. Valued at USD 3.67 billion in 2026, the market is projected to reach USD 18.1 billion by 2037, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.7%¹. This expansion is fundamentally reshaping how software vendors monetize products and how enterprises manage their digital assets.

From Payments to Licensing - Why NetLicensing Plus Stripe Is a Perfect Match

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In the fast-paced world of software development, efficiently selling and managing software licenses is critical to business success. While Stripe has become a go-to solution for handling payments, it falls short when it comes to managing software licenses. This is where NetLicensing comes into play. By integrating NetLicensing with Stripe, businesses can unlock a powerful combination of payment processing and advanced licensing management. In this article, we’ll explore why this integration is more beneficial than using Stripe alone and how it can transform your software licensing operations.

Labs64 NetLicensing Cyber Weeks 2025 - Unlock Maximum Value and Innovation!

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Join us for our biggest and most exclusive event ever - Cyber Weeks 2025, running from November 28 to December 8, 2025.

Unlock New Revenue Streams: Introducing the NetLicensing's Bundles Feature

Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In the competitive world of software distribution, offering flexible and attractive licensing options is key to maximizing sales and customer satisfaction. Recognizing this need, Labs64 NetLicensing is excited to announce its powerful “Bundles” feature. This addition empowers software vendors to package multiple product features together, simplifying the purchasing process for customers and opening up new possibilities for tailored offers and pricing strategies.

Choosing the Right SaaS Pricing Model

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Selecting the right pricing strategy is one of the most critical decisions for any SaaS business. A well-designed pricing model aligns the value delivered to customers with revenue generation for the company, ensuring both customer satisfaction and business sustainability. It needs to be flexible enough to accommodate customer growth and clear enough to be easily understood.

Enhanced Software License Management and Sales with NetLicensing and Stripe Integration

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Introduction: The Importance of Effective Software Licensing and Payment Processing

The Buy vs. Build Decision: Selecting the Optimal Licensing Solution

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000

In today’s rapidly evolving software industry, implementing a robust licensing system is no longer a luxury — it’s a necessity. Whether you’re a growing startup or a well-established enterprise, the right licensing solution is critical for protecting your intellectual property, enabling flexible pricing strategies, and delivering a seamless customer experience. However, as you navigate this process, you’ll encounter a pivotal question: Should you purchase a commercial licensing system or develop one in-house?

Inside NetLicensing: Discovering the Key Features of 2024 🔍

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

As we wrap up another remarkable year at Labs64 NetLicensing, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on our journey and celebrate our achievements. 2024 has been a standout year in our mission to deliver a more powerful, versatile, and customer-centric licensing platform. We introduced groundbreaking features designed to help businesses optimize license management and discover new revenue streams.

The Importance of Compliance and Security in Licensing Management Systems

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

In today’s highly digital and interconnected landscape, businesses must prioritize licensing management systems that are both effective and secure. These systems, which regulate the distribution and usage of software, are essential for protecting intellectual property, maintaining revenue, and building customer trust. However, without robust compliance and security measures, businesses risk financial losses, reputational damage, and legal complications.

AI Chatbot Monetization: Unlocking Revenue with Labs64 NetLicensing

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots has significantly transformed a wide range of industries, offering businesses valuable opportunities to automate customer support, streamline internal workflows, and enhance overall user experiences. As more companies adopt AI-powered solutions, chatbots have become an essential part of their operations, driving efficiency and customer satisfaction. However, the process of building and maintaining a chatbot can be resource-intensive, requiring considerable time, expertise, and financial investment. To ensure long-term success and profitability, businesses must adopt robust and sustainable monetization strategies.

The Importance of Licensing in IT Sales

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Licensing is a critical yet often overlooked component of IT sales, playing a significant role in shaping the financial and operational efficiency of businesses. Poor licensing decisions can lead to unnecessary expenses, misaligned strategies, and limited scalability—not because vendors intentionally complicate the process, but due to a lack of understanding or awareness among customers.

7 Reasons Why ISVs Face Difficulties Implementing an Efficient Licensing Schema

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000

An efficient licensing process isn’t just about simplicity; it’s also about maintainability. A poorly implemented and hard-to-maintain licensing system can lead to customer frustration, slower adoption rates, and increased customer churn risk by 20%, according to a NetLicensing study. These challenges make it difficult for independent software vendors (ISVs) to understand, manage, and improve their licensing schemas, ultimately impacting productivity and customer satisfaction.

How Usage-Based Billing is Transforming Industries

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000

The way we pay for services is undergoing a shift. A “usage-based” billing model is gaining traction, offering benefits for both businesses and their customers. Let’s dive into how this model is specifically impacting several industries:

The Future of Licensing Solutions: The Top 5 Licensing Trends of 2024

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000

In an ever-evolving digital landscape, the role of licensing solutions in ensuring software compliance and maximizing revenue has become more critical than ever. As businesses and consumers alike demand more flexibility, scalability, and security in their software usage, the technology driving licensing solutions is rapidly advancing. This evolution not only addresses current market demands but also anticipates future trends, making it essential for stakeholders to stay informed about the latest developments in software licensing. This article delves into the top five tech trends of 2024 that are shaping the future of licensing solutions, offering a glimpse into a highly interconnected digital future. From the pivotal role of AI technology, which promises to revolutionize how licensing solutions are delivered and experienced, to the adoption of usage-based licensing models that offer unprecedented flexibility and cost-efficiency, these trends highlight the dynamic nature of the software industry. Additionally, we’ll explore how predictive analytics and advanced cybersecurity measures are becoming integral to licensing solutions, alongside the emerging applications of natural language processing. Each of these technological advancements not only enhances current licensing frameworks but also opens up new avenues for innovation in software licensing.

API Licensing 101: Generating Recurring Revenue from Your APIs

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000

APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) have become a vital part of many technology platforms and digital businesses. Companies like Google, Facebook, and Twitter provide APIs that enable other developers to access their technology and data.

What is Software Licensing

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Effective software licensing plays a pivotal role in the technology industry, providing users with the necessary legal permissions to utilize a particular product or service. This article delves into the intricate world of software licensing, placing emphasis on critical components like software license agreements, license keys, and diverse licensing models. It also explores the significance of managing software licenses and examines various approaches to software deployment.

NetLicensing: a journey through the highlights of 2023

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

As we approach the end of another year, it’s almost unbelievable how quickly time has flown. Reflecting on the bustling year that was 2023, we’re overflowing with gratitude for every team member who contributed to NetLicensing’s success.

Build, Measure, Learn: The MVP Mantra for Startup Success

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Many software developers often fall into the trap of overbuilding their initial product release, driven by the fear that their offering might not be compelling enough for users. However, this fear-driven approach can lead to failure due to excessive resource expenditure. A more effective strategy is to start small with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), significantly increasing the chances of success. The benefits of an MVP extend beyond cost reduction, positively impacting product quality, efficiency, and customer relations.

Pricing Table Licensing Model - The Game-Changer

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

In the dynamic world of software development, choosing the right licensing model can be a critical decision that significantly impacts a product’s success. Among the plethora of options available, NetLicensing’s Pricing Table Licensing Model stands out as a game-changer, offering a myriad of benefits for developers. In this blog post, we will delve into the advantages that this innovative licensing model brings to the table.

Labs64 NetLicensing Cyber Weeks Special - Enjoy a 64% Discount

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Embark on a transformative journey with Labs64 NetLicensing as we introduce our Cyber Weeks Offer, an extraordinary 14-day promotion commencing on November 17th and culminating on December 1st, 2023.

Streamlining Cloud Infrastructure Access: Simplifying SSH with ProxyCommand and Wildcards

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Building IT infrastructure using cloud services represents a cutting-edge approach for small companies and startups. It eliminates the need to invest in, maintain, and set up physical hardware while providing industry-standard resiliency and security. Typically, this infrastructure involves placing virtual hosts that provide services in a private network and exposing these services over secure protocols like HTTPS through a reverse proxy acting as a gateway accessible from the internet. This setup ensures that the servers hosting the services remain protected from internet-based attacks. However, it can pose challenges for legitimate users who require access to these servers for maintenance. This typically involves a two-step process: first, logging into a gateway server with access to the private network, and then logging into the target server, with SSH being the assumed login method.

License Management Lifecycle

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Setting up NetLicensing License Management services for a vendor’s products involves several steps. Here’s a high-level overview of the process:

The NetLicensing Configuration Lifecycle: A Comprehensive Guide

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000

The process of configuring and managing licenses is a crucial aspect of any software product or service. NetLicensing, a powerful licensing solution, offers a comprehensive Configuration Lifecycle to help businesses effectively manage their licensing needs. This article will explore the four key stages of the NetLicensing Configuration Lifecycle: Plan, Setup, Integrate, and Refine.

Software Licensing - Comprehensive Guide to Types and Models

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Defining Software Licensing

NetLicensing Handbook

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Do you know NetLicensing Handbook?! - The NetLicensing Wiki is a comprehensive source of information about our cloud-based licensing management system.

Master Software Licensing with NetLicensing

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Software licensing is a crucial aspect of software development, distribution and protection. It ensures that software is used legally, and provides revenue streams for software developers. However, managing software licenses can be complex and time-consuming. This is where NetLicensing comes into play, offering a comprehensive solution to software licensing problems.

Labs64 NetLicensing - Cyber Weeks Offer - 64% OFF

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000

Labs64 NetLicensing is now holding a major 2-weeks promotion that begins on 28th of November and will end on 12th of December 2022.

Labs64 NetLicensing - Orange Weeks Offer - 64% OFF

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000

This year we introduce a new most asked - Labs64 NetLicensing Orange Weeks!

Convert Leads and Grow Your Revenue with Trails

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Using License Management Software that gives you the possibility to easily convert trial leads and adopt products will give you a huge advantage with the competition, as your customer base, simultaneously with your revenue, will grow more quickly.

Labs64 NetLicensing - Cyber Weeks Offer - 2020

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Also this year we continue most wanted - Labs64 NetLicensing Cyber Weeks!

Onboard users using interactive Product Tours with GuideChimp

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Step-by-step interactive guides and feature introduction tours is one of the techniques every marketer should know and adopt nowadays.

How to use NetLicensing with Java and Spring Security

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Recently we started a journey through user Authentication-Authorization and entitlements Validation process with the article What is Authentication-Authorization-Validation Framework.

The Worst Nightmares for Account Managers

Sat, 31 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

For many years, whenever a customer decided to change or update its software license, the pain started to come as there were many steps involved in the overall process. It would all start with the discussion of the changes that needed to be made, again issuing original license keys, shifting the files to other software or, in the worse cases, also starting a complete product re-installation - a true horror story for all account managers, support staff and customers’ responsible.

How to evaluate and validate XPath and CSS selectors

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

There are many scenarios where developers need a valid XPath/CSS selector definition.

Easily update customers’ entitlements

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Since a long time, upgrading software licensing has always been seen as a never-ending process which software developer feared. As a customer wants to change their software license plans, many are the steps to follow start from the creation of new license key to moving these licensing & configuration files around or, in the worse cases, also re-install them.

Hacktoberfest @ Labs64

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Also this “COVID” year 20x2 won’t be exclusion - #Hacktoberfest has officially started (today) on the October 1st!

What is Authentication-Authorization-Validation Framework?

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Authentication and Authorization are one of the important and integral concepts in software development.

Is Subscription Model Suitable for On-Premise Applications?

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000

As the world’s economy is finally emerging from the current lockdown, the ability to restore growth and achieve sales will be the most challenging task that companies will need to deal with. On-Premise applications, for example, are considered to achieve the best strategy for companies that are not capable of making huge investments for the sake of accelerating the customer buying process.

Publish NuGet packages using GitHub Actions

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000

GitHub Actions: automate, CI, package and push your .NET libraries to NuGet.org

The Impact of a Pricing Table Simplicity

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Pricing Tables can be considered as one of the most valuable parts of a website as they are an essential tool for communicating the value and benefits that your company offers to the market. Having a clear pricing table, where customers can instantly understand all the features and the value in your SaaS product will deliver, increases the likelihood to attract paying customers for one of your plans. However, if customers see inconsistencies in your pricing tables and are not able to have a clear understanding of your offering, they will probably consider spending their money somewhere else.

Work Remotely with Flexible Licensing Models

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Since Covid-19 pandemic has started, many employees that had to shift to remote working style. However, some studies were able to prove that productivity was decreased by 50% compared to working in the office. The main reason why this issue occurred is that many employees did not have the tools to work with. Thus, SaaS solutions have a strong advantage compare to their on-premise competitors.

Importance of Freemium Pricing Model

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Over the past years, a specific pricing model has been trending in the market: Freemium Pricing Model. The Freemium model is a conglomeration of the “Free” and “Premium” model giving the users the possibility to use a product or service free of charge but with a limited number of features. In case they want to get access to a broader number of features, a subscription fee will be required. Each of us, throughout our lives, has been exposed to a “Freemium” model with Apps, TV shows, Cloud services etc. as this model is acquiring more popularity year after year.

Solution to Manage Software Licensing During a Pandemic

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000

As the economic damage created by COVID-19 pandemic keeps raising day-by-day, many of the companies that want to keep their businesses running were forced to adjust their operation in terms of working hours, employees’ layoffs, and strategies to ensure revenue also in a difficult time. Things are tough for companies as there is a strong need to recover from the current downturn and, in such time of uncertainties, maximum flexibility to test different strategies is inevitable.

Increase Sales by Providing Free Trials

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000

The market is currently going through a significant downturn caused by the pandemic. As we have already experienced in the past, the market will surely recover, but new changes will be involved. Working from home will not be an option anymore - thus we will have to deal with a new working model.

Improve Efficiency by Automating Licensing Processes

Tue, 05 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Nowadays, many independent Software Vendors need to invest a considerable amount of time for managing and keeping track of their customers and their entitlements. Businesses that for the past years have been executing these operations through manual processes can now forget about it and discover a brand-new way to automate the processes with a simple, flexible, and easily integrable platform: Labs64 NetLicensing.

Build Guided Product Tours Using GuideChimp

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000

New customers retention is a big concern for almost every SaaS provider. To engage new customers you need to help them reach “Aha!” moment faster.

Top-5 Programming Languages to Learn in 2020 by Labs64 NetLicensing

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000

Which programming languages will continue to be in demand in 2020 and beyond and how many languages should you know to improve your career chances?