Can i use SQL 2022 Express edition in production environment for my small business?

Amit Prakash Koli 0 Reputation points
2024-04-22T08:49:44.7+00:00

Can i use SQL 2022 Express edition in production environment for my small business?

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  1. Olaf Helper 40,901 Reputation points
    2024-04-22T09:13:29.4366667+00:00

    Sure you can, the free Express Edition can be used in production and also for commercial purpose, see Microsoft® SQL Server® Express License Terms for Redistribution and Hosting

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  2. LucyChen-MSFT 1,045 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2024-04-23T03:05:15.93+00:00

    Hi @Amit Prakash Koli,

    Thanks for your information.

    Of course you can.

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    Hope the two articles can help you learn more information.

    https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sql/sql-server/editions-and-components-of-sql-server-2022?view=sql-server-ver16&preserve-view=true#sql-server-editions

    https://redresscompliance.com/sql-server-2022-licensing-a-comprehensive-guide/.

    Best regards,

    Lucy Chen

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