Eu court says, yes, you can resell your software, even if. The founder of a company set up to resell microsoft software licences claims he will still be able to do so, despite changes made. How to become a reseller for microsofts products quora. Can you send me the link where we can become the ms reseller partner. Thats why retailversion ms software can be freely sold on ebay and why oemversion. Microsoft does have a link in their website where you can apply. So, my mistake can become your good deal on the latest office version. Colleges generally can resell for cheap software that is legal to install and use, if youre a student. Microsoft has authorized distributors for these specific areas. For oem, retail licenses and volume licenses in open licenseopen valueopen value subscription you can simply contact a distributor to resell licenses. Software can easily be downloaded with this product key if it is not already preloaded on your windows computer just waiting to be activated. The agreements state that retail software can be freely sold. Microsoft office, windows server, sql server, exchange, sharepoint, skype for business, microsoft dynamics products, system center, biztalk, and remote desktop services. Software company says it can still resell microsoft.
Tech support scams are an industrywide issue where scammers trick you into paying for unnecessary technical support services. You can help protect yourself from scammers by verifying that the contact is a microsoft agent or microsoft employee and that the phone number is an official microsoft global customer service number. European court confirms the right to resell used software licences. Software company says it can still resell microsoft licences. Is it legal to resell used retail microsoft software. This article will help you learn about software resell rights, how to resell software for profit, or how to find partners to resell your software. The resellers guide to microsoft sales and licensing resources us.
By signing up, you gain access to additional services and. You can run many types of microsoft software on aws, including but not limited to. Nonprofit eligibility and discounts microsoft for nonprofits. Requirements to sell ms licences microsoft community. At the moment there are a limited number of sites where you can legally purchase digital downloads of microsoft software. So anyone claiming to sell keys is likely not legal. The founder of a company set up to re sell microsoft software licences claims he will still be able to do so, despite changes made by microsoft to its software licences which appear to be designed to stop the resale. Warning in order to get your points i need a real quick answer because my subscription runs out in about an hour expires 11. Microsoft authorized cloud distributors who provide readiness, sales training and activation, technical and licensing support, and account management for cloud services. I want to sell some software that i registered years ago. They are genuine microsoft product keys, they are actually retail licenses, but it is intended for a particular product channel either the microsoft software developer network msdn or technet for it professionals who pay a subscription fee. How can i sell microsoft products legally blackhatworld. Software resale is when the software developer allows others to white box their software, meaning adding their own labeling or.
To answer your question though, no, you cant legally resell the oem licenses themselves however, you can technically sell on a device with its original oem software on it. The european court has restated the legality of the resale of software. I have called microsoft twice, and they cant really give me an answer to this. After answering a few questions youll know what to consider when you are planning to sell your steinberg software. Choosing to resell microsoft azure should not be a difficult task, but you still need to walk your clients through the technical and infrastructural considerations that make it stand out as the perfect choice. Individual buyersdoes purchasing and reselling a genuine license key retail product violate microsoft licensing regulations.
Item is a product key card with a guaranteed, never used product key code for microsoft office home and business 20. Knowing the reseller is being paid by microsoft to manage the contract, you should negotiate a level of service commensurate with your needs. This can be a budgeting nightmare for larger companies and smaller companies too who are forced to update a large volume of software on a fairly regular basis. Working with indirect providers means you dont have to start your own. A certified microsoft solution provider can assess your business goals, identify a solution that meets your business needs and help your business become more agile and efficient.
Soft home in respect of microsoft windows and office software sold. I have recently set off on my own side business in order to bring in some extra income. Becoming an authorized microsoft reseller allows you to sell windows, office and other microsoft software products directly to your customers, potentially opening up new sources of revenue for your business. In the providerreseller twotier model, the provider buys cloud solutions and services from microsoft. Microsoft partners in the cloud solution provider program csp can sell office 365 government gcc for csp subscriptions to qualified customers. Most computer shops would tell you their most impotrant relationship is with their distri. Microsofts team of nasty, bloodsucking lawyers are not going to come after you, or your friend. The reality is that the enterprise software advisor does receive a financial incentive from microsoft to serve as your advisor. Welcome to the resale wizard for used steinberg software. When buying microsoft software as a digital download, we recommend that you avoid auction sites and peertopeer p2p file sharing sites.
The latest legal position in 2016 the european court has restated the legality of the resale of software. Instead, you can work with an experienced technology provider to help ensure your success. The supreme court did not say one could make illegal copies and would own those. Also, bundled software is first sold under the condition that it stays with the original computer. I have also tried to contact some dealers here in denmark, but they cant seem to help me either. Do this by visiting the microsoft partner network to find a list. Eu court says, yes, you can resell your software, even if the software company says you cant. A few examples of distributors are ingram, techdata and also.
There is not need to reply multiple times with the same content, as this can be considered spamming. About license key resale and ebay retail products microsoft. Oem software can only be sold with the hardware that was married to it when it was first installed. Windows 7 forums is the largest help and support community, providing friendly help and advice for microsoft windows 7 computers such as dell, hp, acer, asus or a custom build. Sign into the partner center dashboard from the partner center menu, select customers, then choose a customer from the list from the customers detail page, select add products, and then follow the onscreen instructions to create and pay for your order. First, you need to obtain them legally then you can sellresell them. One example is the online microsoft store, where you can buy a wide variety of genuine software and hardware directly from. We offer discounted and donated industryleading solutions for nonprofits.
As the world of computers continues to march forward, old computers and old computer software continually gets left in the dust. Sell software subscriptions through csp partner center. Microsoft store and microsoft authorized resellers can help you buy, deploy, and manage surface for your business. Office 365 government gcc for csp is designed for the unique needs of us government organizations and provides all the features and capabilities of office 365 services in a segmented government cloud. Dear chandan, easiest way is to sign up with a distributor. I have called microsoft twice, and they cant really give me an answer to. Can you send me the link where we can become the ms reseller. Here are a few points that can help you resell microsoft azure. Educational licenses are personal and must not be passed on or sold to any other third party or person. There is also an ongoing battle between microsoft and preo software ag. With a successful decade behind, ezee gives smooth onboarding process and a convenient channel partner program. Authorized microsoft reseller list microsoft surface for. When you lawfully purchase one music cd or one film dvd, thats all you can resell the one item you purchased. Before you begin, please note the following resale restrictions.
You cant resell oem licenses because they are tied to a specific machine. Valueadded resellers and original equipment manufacturers oems are encouraged to work with a distributor for access to services and support that can help you serve your customers and build your business. Microsoft certified solution providers specialize in providing uptodate microsoft technologybased customer solutions all over the world. Here is some basic information on how you would accomplish this. Once you quit school or graduate, your legal license for that software has ended.
We not only sell white label software to agencies, entrepreneurs and associations, weve also used white label solutions in the past to scale ourselves. Microsoft is dedicated to making the benefits of worldclass cloud technology accessible and affordable for nonprofits. Reguardless of the license structure, one thing is certain. I am not sure where you are located but very few computer shops work direct with the vendor. Yes, on the microsoft partner community, if you hit reply to a post it will be visible for all users. The founder of a company set up to re sell microsoft software licences claims he will still be able to do so, despite changes made. Volume licensing training can help you sell licenses for microsoft products. Reselling microsoft software windows 7 help forums. Find software for every need on ebay, and with new deals added daily, youre bound to find just the right software suite for your needs.
To buy software subscriptions on behalf of a customer. Can ms authorized resellers or ms registered partners sell ms software online. Its likely not a genuine windows 10 key because no third party vendor apart from amazon and microsoft are allowed to license digital downloads. The other step is to establish a reseller account with one of the large companies authorized to distribute microsoft products. The resellers guide to microsoft sales and licensing resources. Generally it depends on the volumn license as the mods have already pointed out. Computers are practically perfect just the way they are, but you can customize your computer to be the best it can be for your personal needs. A recent european court of justice ecj decision has confirmed that organisations can resell used software licences, regardless of whether they were purchased in a physical form or downloaded from the internet. In most cases, software licenses dont allow you to resell the software once youve installed it. Sell microsoft products microsoft partner community. What is the best way to become a microsoft software reseller.
I want to know how i will get a resale license for microsoft products so i. Play the video to learn more about what to expect from nonprofit eligibility process. Yes, the supreme court case and the owners rights initiative are about selling items you lawfully purchased and own. Through a distributor you will be able to sell most microsoft licenses. If we want to start reselling microsoft software in addition to the services we already provide, how do we become a reseller. To ensure a seamless integration into your business, resellers can help you deploy surface devices and software, and provide support and management services. Microsoft resellers can choose from almost 100 microsoft productsincluding office 365, onedrive, exchange online, azure and morebrand a custom digital marketplace, launch, and start selling. Theres a lot of counterfeit pirate software floating about on ebay. European court confirms the right to resell used software. Thats why retailversion ms software can be freely sold on ebay and why oemversion ms software raises complaints from microsoft. Associating with a well established brand always paves way for increased company revenue. Can ms authorized resellers or ms registered partners sell. Looking to buy some ms products online at some established sites to help with costs. Microsoft authorized office fullpackaged product fpp distributors can help you license microsoft office fpp to activate microsoft office preloaded on new pcs.
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