To secure a new key, you can choose from the following paths based on your current status:
: New licenses can be purchased directly from the YourKit Java Profiler Purchase Page or the .NET Profiler Purchase Page .
Once you receive your key via email, activation is performed through the profiler's built-in wizard: yourkit license key new
YourKit provides multiple tiers to accommodate various team sizes and environments. License Type Description Estimated Price (New)
For students and institutions. Includes single-seat or institution-wide options. $99 (Single) / $999 (Institution) Granted to active non-commercial projects. Free 3. Activating Your New Key To secure a new key, you can choose
Centrally managed via a license server; allows an unlimited number of installations with shared keys. Contact Sales for Enterprise quotes
: If you develop a non-commercial open-source project with an active community, you can obtain a free license . This typically requires adding a small endorsement or reference to YourKit on your project’s website. 2. Available Licensing Tiers and Pricing Includes single-seat or institution-wide options
One user at a time; allows installation on multiple devices (typically up to 3). ~$99–$129 (Subscription vs. Perpetual)