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Cisco Licensing Hub

Welcome to the Cisco License Hub, your source for Cisco software licensing resources. Learn how to maximize your Cisco technology investments, from initial purchase to consumption management and optimized renewals.

Making licensing simpler, smarter, better

Find what you need, fast

The Cisco Licensing Hub is your go-to for quick answers and helpful resources. Powered by Gen AI search, it is built to make your life simpler.

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Your go-to digital assistance application combines AI and automation, so you get instant answers and guidance.

Experience the future of license management, now

Discover the next generation of licensing with Cisco License Central. Manage your licenses, devices, services, and subscriptions in one place.

Introduction to Cisco Licensing

Essential guides to get you started

License Types & License Management Tools

Start with the basics. Learn about PAK, Traditional, Smart and Cloud Licenses and Cisco’s License Management Tools for Customers and Partners.

License Configuration, Activation & Deployment

Understand deployment methods, activating licenses on devices, how to use tokens, convert PAK licenses. Establish connection with Cisco Smart Software Manager.

Smart Licensing: Smart Accounts overview and administration

Learn about the benefits of Smart and Virtual Accounts. Leverage user roles, types of access and permission request process. Review the Smart License Use Policy.

License Delivery & Orders

Explore how to find, manage, and share electronic license orders in Cisco License Central, including user roles, account access, and support options for efficient order handling.

License Management

Get the overview on License Reservations. Stay informed with alerts, event logs and notifications. Proactively track expirations and monitor usage trends.

Device Management

Maximize your investment. Understand how to reallocate licenses and complete asset transfers between accounts.


Get Started with Smart Accounts

Request a New Smart Account

Set up your new Smart account and virtual account to organize your assets.

For Smart Account Administrators

Manage access to your company’s Smart Accounts.

Partner Holding Smart Accounts

Establish a Partner Holding Account for new orders.

Ready to upgrade or renew?

Manage and renew services and software subscriptions using Cisco Commerce Workspace Renewals.