Free SQL Server Editions for Commercial Use.

Staffan Vinsa 0 Reputation points
2025-05-15T11:42:17.0333333+00:00

What free SQL Server editions am i allowed to use in a production environment (for commercial use) in Windows where i both use .NET web-applicationa as well as desktop applications?

I have investigated some of this but it's not clear - i do know that i am not allowed to use SQL Server Web Edition for my desktop applications (but apparently SSMS is allowed).

Is SQL Server express an option ? Are there any limitations to this ?

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  1. Olaf Helper 47,416 Reputation points
    2025-05-15T12:25:17.7666667+00:00

    Yes, the MS SQL Server Express edition is free for use, also for commercial purpose.

    See Microsoft® SQL Server® Express License Terms for Redistribution and Hosting

    Keep the limitation for the edition in mind.

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