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Altera Licensing

This page allows you to get a license file, set up a license, solve a license problem, change license information, and learn about software and intellectual property (IP) licensing options.

Get My License File

Get licenses for Altera® software, IP, and development kits.

Set Up a License

Solve a License Problem

Use the licensing troubleshooter to solve Quartus II, ModelSim®-Altera, and DSP Builder software licensing problems.

Search all license-related solutions:

For other troubleshooting tips, refer to AN 340: Altera Software Licensing (PDF).

Change License Information

For the following requests, file a mySupport request:

  • Transfer a license to a coworker
  • Rehost a license on a new server
  • Change license features
  • Renew an expired license

Learn About Software and IP Licensing Options

Table of license options and products shows which types of licenses are available for different software, IP, and development kits.

Software Subscription Advantage describes the benefits of a software subscription.

Quartus II Software: Subscription and Web Edition Comparison provides a detailed table that lists the differences between the Quartus II software Subscription and Web Edition versions.

Frequently Asked Questions lists common questions about licensing.

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