Freemdom Scientific -Changes to upgrade options JAWS/ZoomText/Fusion (Internal)
Problem
A customer using JAWS/ZoomText/Fusion would like to know what options are avialable to purchase for updating their software.
Applies to
- JAWS/ZoomText/Fusion
Resolution
- Effective from 31/10/2025 upgrade sales for Freedom Scientific products JAWS/ZoomText/Fusion will no longer be available. If you are not already on 2025 product there is a limited window in which upgrades can still be purchased to catch up.
- Customers on 2025 product and do not have an active SMA also have a limited window within which to purchase their SMA ending 31/10/2025.
- After 31/10/2025 customers with 2025 or lower version product must either opt for one the subscription product licenses, or purchase a brand new perpetual license which includes an SMA plan. Please visit www.sightandsound.co.uk for further details.
- Customers who have an active SMA plan that provides access to version 2026 or later may purchase a new SMA to lead on from the expiry of the current SMA.
- Customers can visit FSActivate website and enter their product serial number to check their license status and see what version it is allowed.
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