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Enterprise airgap security without the legacy complexity
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Feature comparison at a glance
| Feature | Licenz | Thales | Wibu | Keygen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Installation Size | 2MB | 500MB+ | ~100MB | ~50MB |
| No Hardware Dongles | ||||
| No Kernel Drivers | ||||
| Open Source Client | ||||
| True Airgap Support | ||||
| Public Pricing | ||||
| Self-Hosted Option | ||||
| Typical Enterprise Cost | $12k/year | $10k-$50k+ | $5k-$25k+ | $6k+ |
Why teams choose Licenz
Open Source Trust
Our client library is MIT-licensed and open source. Security teams can audit the code. No black boxes in your air-gapped infrastructure.
No Hardware Dependencies
Software-only licensing with dongle-level security. No USB ports, no lost keys, no shipping delays, no driver conflicts.
True Airgap Support
Built from the ground up for disconnected environments. Sneakernet activation for completely offline systems.
Transparent Pricing
Public pricing, no per-seat fees, no percentage of sales. Know exactly what you'll pay before you talk to sales.
Ready for modern enterprise licensing?
Thales-level security. Developer-first simplicity.