What is the difference between a node-locked and a floating license?
Node-locked licenses are tied to a single workstation system ID, so you can only use the license on that machine. Floating licenses are installed on a license server, so any workstation networked to that server can use the license, but only one workstation can use the license at any time.
How many machines can I install my software on?
Katana's licenses are single installations for one machine or license server. If you have floating licenses, any machine (up to the number of floating licenses purchased) connected to the floating license server can run the software.
Can I transfer my license to another machine?
If you need to transfer a license to another machine, read our license transfer policy and complete our license transfer request form.
What is your return policy?
Refunds for permanent or temporary license keys cannot be issued.
What are my options for buying Katana?
Katana is available to purchase in two forms: Katana GUI, which includes the UI and is for artists, and Katana Render, which the headless version for running on render farms. The cost is the same for node-locked or floating licenses. See the product page for current pricing.
Contact sales to purchase.
Can I rent Katana?
Katana is available as a quarterly rental for existing customers who need to temporarily extend their license count.
Contact sales to purchase.