TreeSize ends perpetual license support without subscription
Original: TreeSize won't renew perpetual-license support unless users subscribe
Why This Matters
Signals growing industry pressure on perpetual-license software users to adopt subscription models.
Disk management tool TreeSize has announced it will no longer renew support for perpetual license holders unless they transition to a subscription model, marking a shift in its licensing policy that affects existing customers.
TreeSize, the popular Windows disk space analysis tool developed by JAM Software, has informed perpetual license holders that their support will not be renewed unless they subscribe to the company's subscription-based plan. This move follows a broader industry trend of software vendors shifting from one-time purchase models to recurring revenue streams. Perpetual license users — who paid a single upfront fee expecting ongoing use rights — are now being told that continued technical support requires an active subscription. The policy change has drawn criticism from users who argue that perpetual licenses imply long-term usability without additional costs. JAM Software has not publicly detailed any grandfathering options or transition discounts at this time. The announcement was reported by Ars Technica, which covers software licensing controversies affecting consumers and IT professionals.