SketchUp Classic Licenses, also known as Perpetual Licenses, allowed users to purchase a version of SketchUp and use that specific version forever. If users added on the Classic Maintenance & Support plan, they could upgrade to new versions of SketchUp as they were released.
SketchUp Classic Licenses and all related products are no longer available. The articles in this section are here for our users who still use older versions of SketchUp and Classic Licenses.
SketchUp is now available through a yearly subscription. Some benefits offered through a subscription are:
- Access to all the latest features and improvements.
- Frequent and timely updates.
- Quick and easy account management, including user and device management.
- Pro Technical Support.
- Auto-renewal of your subscription.
- Collaboration, data management, and file storage through Trimble Connect.
See our Plans and Pricing page for more information SketchUp's subscription options, or contact your local sales representative or reseller.
Classic License Questions and Answers
Can I authorize my SketchUp Pro subscription on more than one computer?
Yes, you can! The SketchUp End User License Agreement (EULA) allows for the installation and authorization of each application included in your subscription to two instances or devices.
If you have already authorized your applications on two devices you will need to deauthorize one of them before installing and authorizing on a new device. Take a look at Deauthorizing Devices for help with managing your activations.
How can I access my SketchUp Pro serial number and authorization code for older versions?
If you have a Classic License for an older version of SketchUp, our License Manager can help you find your authorization code. You do not need an authorization code if you have a SketchUp subscription.
How do I remove activations from my license?
The SketchUp End User License Agreement (EULA) allows for the installation and authorization of each application included in your subscription to two instances or devices.
If you have already authorized your applications on two devices you will need to deauthorize one of them before installing and authorizing on a new device. Take a look at Deauthorizing Devices for help with managing your activations.
How do I transfer a SketchUp license to a new Computer?
A Single-user Classic License is associated with one person. That individual can install the license on up to 2 computers they are using. Only one device can run a classic version of SketchUp at a particular time.
To transfer your Classic License from one device to another follow these steps:
- Remove the license from your current device. See How to Remove a License for more information.
- Install SketchUp on the new computer. Download links to supported versions of Sketchup are available here. We do not provide download links for unsupported versions of SketchUp.
- When prompted during installation, enter your license information and authorize it.
If I upgrade to a new version, can I still use my older versions of SketchUp Pro?
The short answer is yes! A SketchUp Classic License is yours for life. Please note that once SketchUp ends support for an older version of SketchUp we will not be able to provide any download links or installation files for those older versions. See our End of Support Policy for more information.
Where can I find my SketchUp Classic license (Serial Number and Authorization)?
If you have a Classic License for an older version of SketchUp, our License Manager can help you find your authorization code. You do not need an authorization code if you have a SketchUp subscription.
Can I use my existing Classic perpetual license and a subscription product on the same computer?
Yes, you can.
