Enterprise & Legal Guide

Perpetual License QR Codes

Own, not rent. Perpetual license means lifetime ownership with zero expiration. Transfer-ready for M&A, inheritance, and staff turnover.

Legally Owned Asset

Forever

No expiration date

Transferable

To heirs, staff, new orgs

One-Time

No recurring fees ever

What is a Perpetual License?

A perpetual license is a legal agreement that grants you permanent, non-expiring rights to use, own, and transfer a digital asset. Unlike subscriptions (which end when you stop paying), a perpetual license is yours to keep indefinitely.

In Plain English:

You buy a perpetual QR code license once for $49. That license is yours to own forever—no matter what happens to our company, your employment, or market conditions. You can edit it, transfer it, or keep it running until the internet itself shuts down.

Perpetual License vs Subscription vs Lease

Aspect	Perpetual License	Subscription	Lease
Ownership	You own it	Company owns it	Landlord owns it
Duration	Forever	Until you stop paying	Fixed term
Transfer Rights	Full transfer allowed	No transfer	Limited transfer
Expiration Risk	Zero	High (if company fails)	On term end
Total 5-Year Cost	$49 (fixed)	$2,100–$5,940	$3,000–$6,000

How Perpetual QR Code License Works

You Buy a Perpetual License

You purchase a QR code license for $49 (one-time, no subscription). This grants you a perpetual, non-revocable right to use, edit, and control that QR code.

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You Own the Asset

The license is your legal property. We host it, but you own the rights. No company, no platform, no subscription can take it away. You control the destination URL, analytics, and all settings.

This is why we can legally guarantee: your codes work forever.

You Can Transfer It

Because you own it, you can transfer the license to:

• New employees (hand off dashboard access)
• Business partners (in M&A scenarios)
• Heirs & estates (for memorial/legacy uses)
• New organizations (if you switch companies)

It Works Forever

No expiration date. No renewal fees. No "your subscription expired" email. The QR code keeps working as long as you maintain the license—which is forever, for $49.

Even if we go out of business, we've structured the infrastructure so codes continue resolving (see our terms for details).

Who Needs Perpetual Licenses?

🤝 Agencies & Service Providers

Deliver perpetual QR licenses to clients as a contract deliverable. Clients own the codes, no ongoing platform risk. Perfect for MSA/SOW language.

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❤️ Nonprofits & Charities

Perpetual licenses are permanent institutional assets. Fundraising links, donation QR codes, and donor recognition plaques work forever, even through staff turnover or leadership transitions.

Read nonprofit guide →

🏢 Enterprises & Procurement

CapEx (capital expenditure) is easier to budget than OpEx (operating expenditure). One $49 purchase per code beats $100+/month recurring liability. Perfect for manufacturing, real estate, and large-scale deployments.

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🏠 Real Estate & Agents

Perpetual QR codes on yard signs stay yours when you change brokerages. You own the license, not the brokerage. Long-term asset across your entire career.

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🕊️ Memorials & Legacy

Perpetual QR codes on headstones, plaques, and memorial sites outlive their creators. No subscription needed for future generations to access tribute pages.

Read memorial guide →

License Ownership & Transfer Rights

✓ What You Can Do With Your License

✓ Edit the destination URL anytime (no reprinting physical codes)
✓ Transfer to another person or entity (heirs, staff, partner orgs)
✓ Use in print materials (business cards, signage, packaging, headstones)
✓ Access all analytics (scans, device types, geographic data)
✓ Download in all formats (PNG, SVG, EPS, PDF) for printing

✗ What You Cannot Do

✗ Resell or redistribute the license to the public
✗ Use for competing QR services (integrate into your own platform)
✗ Claim you built the infrastructure (we provide the hosting)

Transfer for M&A, Succession, or Staff Changes

If your company acquires another, or you move to a new organization, you can transfer perpetual QR code licenses to the new entity. Simply update dashboard access. Codes keep working with zero downtime.

Sample MSA/SOW Language (For Agencies)

Use this language when delivering perpetual QR codes to clients in contracts:

DELIVERABLE: Permanent QR Code Licenses

Vendor shall deliver to Client [X] permanent,
one-time-payment QR code licenses from
Permanent QR Codes (permanentqrcodes.com).

OWNERSHIP: Client receives perpetual ownership
of each QR code license. Client shall have the
non-exclusive right to:
  • Edit destination URLs at any time
  • Use codes in print materials (unlimited)
  • Transfer licenses upon ownership change
  • Access unlimited analytics
  • Download in all formats (PNG, SVG, EPS, PDF)

TERM: Licenses are perpetual and non-expiring.
No renewal fees. No monthly charges. No platform
shutdown risk.

LIABILITY: Vendor retains no liability for QR code
uptime, redirects, or analytics after delivery.
Client assumes all liability and use risk upon
acceptance.

✓ Copy this language directly into your MSA/SOW templates

Need custom language? Contact our legal team →

Perpetual License FAQ

What happens if Permanent QR Codes shuts down?

Our terms guarantee that perpetual QR codes will continue resolving. We've implemented infrastructure safeguards (documented in our terms of service) to ensure codes survive company dissolution. Additionally, all code data is yours to export and migrate anytime.

Can I transfer my license to another person?

Yes. Perpetual licenses are transferable. If you leave a company, retire, or pass away, your heirs or successor can assume control of the license. We just need written consent from both parties and updated account info. Contact us to facilitate a transfer.

Is a perpetual license the same as "buy forever"?

Yes. A perpetual license is a legal agreement that grants you permanent, non-expiring rights to use the QR code. "Perpetual" = "forever". No end date, no renewal trigger, no sunset clause. You own it for life.

Can I use a perpetual QR code in my products/services?

You can print perpetual QR codes on your own materials (business cards, signage, packaging, etc.). However, you cannot resell the license itself or embed it into a competing QR service. If you're a reseller or want to include codes in your product offering, contact us about white-label or partner licensing.

What's the difference between perpetual and subscription?

Perpetual: Pay $49 once. Own forever. No expiration. Codes work indefinitely. Subscription: Pay $35–99/month. Rent while paying. Codes stop working if you cancel. 5-year cost: $2,100–$5,940. We recommend perpetual for any use case lasting more than 6 months.

Can I get a license agreement/contract for my records?

Yes. Upon purchase, you'll receive a license agreement via email confirming your perpetual ownership rights. For bulk orders or B2B deals, we can provide a signed MSA. Contact our legal team for custom agreements.

Is perpetual licensing right for enterprises?

Yes. Perpetual licensing is ideal for enterprises because:

✓ CapEx (one-time purchase) vs OpEx (recurring rent)
✓ Fixed budget per code ($49) vs variable monthly costs
✓ No vendor lock-in—you own the asset
✓ Transferable across staff and org changes

Ready to Own Your QR Codes?

Perpetual licenses start at $49/code. Volume discounts up to 80% off. No subscription. No expiration.

See Pricing & Calculator Bulk Orders (250+)

For custom MSA, white-label, or enterprise deals: contact sales