The ANSYS Account is a unified account for purchasing, downloading, and managing products available online. Use this account for the ANSYS Store, the Discovery suite of products, ANSYS Cloud, and other online services that are coming soon.

To create an ANSYS Account, click Sign up now on the sign-in page .

Yes, the Discovery Account has been rebranded as the ANSYS Account but the sign-in information remains valid. If you currently have a Discovery Account, you can use it to sign in to the ANSYS Store and the Discovery Portal.

The credentials for the ANSYS Store are different from the Customer Portal. To download or purchase an app, you must sign in to your ANSYS Account.

If you do not have an account, you can create one. Click Sign up now on the sign-in page .

An ANSYS app is an application developed to tailor ANSYS products or ANSYS simulation workflows. Any ANSYS user can create an app to customize and automate ANSYS simulation workflows, and extend the use of ANSYS software beyond what is supported by its native features and functionalities.

All ANSYS customers-commercial and non-commercial, partners, and ANSYS team members-can create an ANSYS app and publish it on the ANSYS Store. App users can either download an application for free or pay an annual subscription fee as determined solely by the app creator.

Today, we allow app creators to publish only ACT-based apps. For example:

• ADPL Editor: A Mechanical application that provides an environment for writing APDL commands that is integrated with live, contextual help.
• Honeycomb Creator: A DesignModeler application for creating honeycomb core models from a few simple cell properties and bulk size specifications.
• Step Skewed Motor Creation: An Electronics Desktop application for automatically creating a 3D step-skewed electrical machine.

For more information about ACT, see the ANSYS App Developer Resources .

The ANSYS Store is an online marketplace that enables ANSYS app creators to connect with ANSYS app users. It is home to free and paid ANSYS simulation apps. Additionally, we allow publishing of models and libraries that do not require licensing.

The updated and modernized store provides many new features such as:

• Full e-commerce functionality
• Best-in-class browsing experience with an updated web interface
• Simple and advanced search capabilities, including filtering and sorting based on multiple attributes such as price, target application, and version
• Ability to purchase, download, and start using an app within minutes
• Ability to shop for both ANSYS and non-ANSYS applications using the ANSYS Account .
• Paid apps available exclusively with annual lease licensing
• Multiple modes of payment, including credit cards, purchase orders, or wire transfers in multiple currencies

App Creators

The ANSYS Store provides organizations the opportunity to distribute and sell apps to a large number of potential buyers, promoting their work to the global ANSYS customer base without investing in advertising and expanding brand name recognition. Dashboards and up-to-date analytics are also included.

App Users

The ANSYS Store provides access to fully-tested simulation apps, developed specifically for ANSYS workflows, that are quickly and easily downloadable.

Both commercial and non-commercial customers are able to access the ANSYS Store.

Yes, if you are a student, you can access the ANSYS Store. You must use the full school name as the company name when registering, and preferably an institutional email address. If you use a free email service such as Gmail and/or an abbreviated school name, the automated export screening can be delayed, or you may be denied registration.

As part of our commitment to providing top-notch solutions and enhancing your experience, we have revamped our app publishing process. This curated approach ensures that every app featured on the Ansys App Store meets the highest quality and performance standards, ultimately benefiting both creators and users.

Getting started is as easy as ever. If you 're excited to share your app with the world, simply follow these steps:

1. Visit the latest announcement on our website here to familiarize yourself with the new app publishing process.
2. Fill out the review request form with accurate and comprehensive information about your app.
3. Submit the form, and our dedicated review team will take it from there.

Yes you can! They must be published as free apps due to academic software licensing agreements.

The name of your organization is displayed on the top-left hand corner of each displayed app. The support information for the organization is shown when you click on the app. The name of the application creator or submitter is not displayed.

Yes, you must provide support for all paid apps for the term of the lease (one year from the last sale. Support for free apps is optional. .

Yes, you must sign the Lifespan Agreement, indicating that you agree to port versions of your app through all versions of ANSYS software. For external (non-ANSYS) apps, you must also sign either the Distribution Agreement for Free Apps or the Distribution Agreement for Paid Apps and return it to appstore@ansys.com.

Yes, when you submit an app for deployment you agree to port versions of your app (and make compatibility upgrades where necessary) through all ANSYS releases (for example, 19.0-19.n).

We strongly recommend porting the app to new releases beyond the original target version, to avoid removal from the catalog.

We are in the process of updating our analytics systems and will be providing updated information on how to track and monitor your app's activity soon.

ANSYS is a simulation software company that provides simulation software for various industries, including engineering, manufacturing, and healthcare. ANSYS Channel Partners are companies that have been authorized by ANSYS to resell and provide support for ANSYS products to customers.

An ANSYS Channel Partner typically has a team of engineers and sales representatives who are trained and certified to work with ANSYS software, and they can provide customers with a wide range of services, including software sales, implementation, customization, training, and technical support. By working with a Channel Partner, customers can access the expertise and resources they need to make the most of ANSYS software and get the most value out of it.

The Partner can also help customers in pre-sales activities, such as software evaluations, benchmarking and demonstrations, as well as provide product and industry-specific expertise. This can be useful for the customers in terms of increasing the productivity and efficiency of the usage of ANSYS simulation software, meeting the specific business needs, and streamlining the overall simulation process.

The first step in becoming an Ansys partner is to contact our Partner Ecosystem Team: https://www.ansys.com/partner-ecosystem/become-a-partner

Once you have been established as an authorized Ansys Partner, you will be able to create apps for distribution on the Ansys Store.

An invoice is a document that a business sends to a customer to request payment for goods or services that have been provided. To invoice Ansys, you should include the following information:

• Your company's name and contact information, including address, phone number, and email address
• The company's name and contact information
• A unique invoice number
• The date the invoice was issued
• A detailed description of the goods or services provided
• The quantity of goods or hours of service provided
• The cost of each item or service
• The total amount due
• The due date for payment
• Payment terms (e.g. net 30 days)
• Any applicable taxes
• Any additional information or special instructions

It is good practice to keep a copy of invoice for your records and you may use invoicing software or an accounting program to create and send invoices.

Software royalties are fees that are paid to the creators or owners of software for the right to use that software. In general, software royalties are based on a percentage of revenue or a fixed amount for each unit sold.

There are a few different ways that software royalties can be structured, such as:

• Perpetual royalties: With this type of royalty, the user pays a one-time fee to use the software, and they can use the software indefinitely.
• Time-based royalties: With this type of royalty, the user pays a fee to use the software for a certain period of time (e.g., annually or monthly) and the user must renew the license to continue using the software.
• Usage-based royalties: With this type of royalty, the user pays a fee based on how much the software is used (e.g., per transaction, per user, per CPU).
• Enterprise software royalties: An enterprise software generally have a perpetual license agreement, where the user pays a one-time license fee to use the software on specific terms (e.g. a number of users, a number of CPUs, a number of server etc), also the user pays annual maintenance fees which cover technical support, software updates and upgrades.

Software developers and vendors use royalties as a way to generate revenue from their products and to cover the costs associated with developing, distributing, and supporting the software. In addition, royalties may help incentivize software companies to continue to innovate and improve their products.

Ansys has implemented a new policy that limits the publishing of apps on their store to companies that have an existing relationship with Ansys. This means that only entities who are currently Channel Partners, Technical Partners, VARs, Ansys Authorized Resellers, or Educational Institutions in good standing are eligible to publish their apps on the Ansys store. This new policy ensures that only trusted and reliable sources are publishing apps on the Ansys store, providing customers with high-quality and reliable solutions.

If you are considering publishing an app on the Ansys store, it is important to be aware of the size limits that are in place for apps and supporting files. Specifically, apps and supporting files must not exceed 250MB in size. This requirement is in place to ensure that customers can easily download and use the apps without experiencing any technical difficulties or delays. However, if you believe that your app requires a larger file size, exceptions can be made with prior approval from Ansys. If you require an exception to the size limit, you can contact the Ansys store team at appstore@ansys.com for assistance. They can provide guidance on how to proceed and help you navigate the process of obtaining approval for a larger file size. Overall, it is important to keep the size limit in mind when developing and submitting your app to the Ansys store, and to contact Ansys if you have any questions or concerns.

When it comes to offering a trial version of your app on the Ansys store, it is important to note that while it is allowed, you must make it clear to customers that it is a trial version. This means that you should include the word "Trial" in the app's title and provide details in the app description about the limitations of the trial. By doing so, customers will be fully aware that the app is a trial version and will understand the limitations before making a purchase decision. This transparency will not only help customers make informed decisions, but it will also build trust and credibility for your app on the Ansys store.

Ansys employs a proprietary version of the Flexera license system to manage licensing for paid apps on the Ansys store. When a customer purchases a paid app, a text-based license file is automatically generated using the Host ID and Host Name of the license server or the engineer's computer. The license file is then sent to the customer via email after the sale has been completed. This licensing system ensures that only authorized users have access to the paid app, and helps to protect against piracy and unauthorized distribution. If you have any questions or concerns about licensing your app on the Ansys store, you can contact the Ansys Store Team at appstore@ansys.com for assistance.

If you have developed an app that you would like to distribute outside of the Ansys Store, it is important to note that you are free to do so for free apps. There are no limitations on the distribution of free apps, and you are welcome to share them as widely as you like. Additionally, if you are selling your app on the Ansys store, you may also be interested in offering special discounts to customers. Ansys can provide you with a special secret discount code that customers can use to zero out the price during checkout. If you are interested in generating a discount code for your app, simply reach out to the Ansys Store Team at appstore@ansys.com and request assistance.

Ensuring the validity of a customer's license is an important part of managing your app on the Ansys store. To check the validity of a license, there are a few options available to you. One option is to request that the customer send you a copy of their license file, which you can then verify on your end. Alternatively, you can contact the Ansys Store Team at appstore@ansys.com and request verification of the license. They can help you confirm that the license is valid and provide you with any necessary information to ensure that your app is being used in compliance with the terms of the license agreement. If you have any questions or concerns about license verification or management, don't hesitate to reach out to the Ansys Store Team for assistance.

If you are interested in providing discounts or coupon codes for your app on the Ansys store, the process is simple and straightforward. To get started, simply reach out to the Ansys Store Team at appstore@ansys.com and request the generation of a discount code. When making your request, be sure to include the start and end dates for the campaign, the percentage of discount you would like to offer, and the suggested discount code text (e.g., myappdiscount2023). Once your request has been received and processed, customers will be able to enter the code during checkout to receive the discounted price. This can be a great way to incentivize new customers to try your app, as well as to reward existing customers for their loyalty. If you have any questions or concerns about generating discount codes, don't hesitate to reach out to the Ansys Store Team for assistance. They are always happy to help you make the most of your app on the Ansys store.

The versions of ANSYS supported by each app are listed on the app's information and download page. Click on the app from the main page to see this information.

Downloading an app is a quick and easy process!

To download a free app:

1. Sign in to your ANSYS Account .
2. Using the search options on the main page, or by browsing the list of apps, find the app that you want to download.
3. Click on the app to open the information and download page.
4. Click Download.
5. To agree to the Clickwrap software license agreement, scroll to the bottom of the dialog box and click I Agree.

The download starts automatically.

To download a paid app:

1. Sign in to your ANSYS Account .
2. Using the search options on the main page, or by browsing the list of apps, find the app that you want to download.
3. Click on the app to open the information and download page.
4. Click Buy Now.
5. Fill out the required information on the payment page and click Place Order.

The download starts automatically. A license key is created and is sent by email (in most cases, it takes less than 10 minutes). Make sure you save your email for the lease period.

You can use a credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express), purchase order, wire transfer, or PayPal to purchase an app.

Purchasing an app online through the ANSYS eCommerce site is incredibly fast and easy. With multiple payment options including online Purchase Orders and credit cards, you can purchase, download and install your app in as little as five minutes. Alternately, you can purchase apps offline through an ANSYS Channel Partner or an ANSYS Sales Rep .

Simply select Purchase Order as your payment method during checkout. You will then be guided through the process of uploading a signed PO. The PO is reviewed and approved within 5 to 60 minutes.

If you have downloaded a free app, you can use it as long as you want, provided it is compatible with the version of ANSYS you have.

For paid apps, you can use the app until the lease period ends. You must renew the lease to continue using the app.

At the moment, you cannot view and manage the apps you have published or downloaded in your ANSYS Account. This functionality is coming soon!.

The technical support contact information is located on the information and download page of each app. Please note that only paid apps are required to provide technical support.