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title: 'Access Server FAQ: Is a Trial Version Available?'
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description: This FAQ explains how to use Access Server as a trial version with 2 free connections.
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# Access Server FAQ: Is a Trial Version Available?

**Question:** Is there a trial version available for Access Server?

**Answer:**

Yes, Access Server offers several trial options across different licensing models, allowing you to test the software without initial licensing costs:

## 1. Self-hosted trial with no license key

- **Description:** You can download and install Access Server on any compatible Linux operating system directly from our website. If you choose not to activate a license key during installation, the server will automatically permit two simultaneous VPN connections.
- **Limitations:** This setup allows full functionality with no time limit but restricts you to two active VPN tunnels.
- **Extension:** Upon request, we can provide a temporary trial subscription license for a larger number of connections if needed for your testing.

## 2. Amazon AWS deployment options

- **BYOL (bring your own license):**
  - **Setup:** Known as "OpenVPN Access Server" on the AWS Marketplace, this option functions similarly to the self-hosted trial without activating a license key. You're responsible only for Amazon AWS costs associated with running the instance, with no additional software licensing fees.
- **AWS licensing:**
  - **Setup:** These instances include software licensing costs in addition to AWS costs. Pricing details are displayed on the AWS Marketplace when you select a tiered instance. Costs are billed directly through Amazon AWS.
- **Special trial offer for 5 connected devices:**
  - **Setup:** This instance type includes a 7-day free trial, during which you pay only for the AWS costs, not the software license. If you continue using the service after seven days, software licensing fees will apply.

## 3. Cost considerations

- **AWS and Other Cloud Providers:** Please be aware that running any instance on Amazon AWS or other cloud providers incurs costs for using their systems, separate from any software licensing fees.
- **Continuous Costs:** Even if you are not actively using a licensed AWS tiered instance, you will continue to incur costs as long as it remains running.

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