ITVDesk software uses PC-based, hardware-tied licenses. A license must be activated via the Internet, or manual/offline activation must be performed. Once the license is activated, it is tied to the PC hardware. User may use the same license after reinstalling ITVDesk or Windows; however, User must purchase a new license to use the software on a new PC or request a license transfer to another PC. Three kinds of licenses are available: One-Time Purchase, with unlimited period and no watermark. Software updates are free during the all period of a License. One-Year Subscription, with One-Year period and no watermark. Software updates are free during the all period of a License. Trial, with watermark on the video feed and a 15-day demo period starting from the activation date. The user may request as many trial licenses as necessary for use on different PCs on the user's network.