Welcome to the Bluebeam Subscription FAQ page. Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about our subscription plans, billing, and licensing.
We know that switching to a subscription-based model can be a big change, so we want to make sure you have all the information you need to make the transition as smooth as possible.
Our FAQ page covers a wide range of topics, including:
What is a Bluebeam subscription?
What are the benefits of subscribing to Bluebeam?
What are the different subscription plans available?
How do I bill my subscription?
How do I manage my licenses?
We also have a dedicated support team that is available to answer any questions you may have.
We hope you find this FAQ page helpful. If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Any customers with an existing Bluebeam Revu 20 Extreme License (Open License with Maintenance) can opt for a Bluebeam license transfer by migrating to a Subscription-based Bluebeam license. You can fully leverage Bluebeam's most comprehensive package, Bluebeam Complete, for an entire year at no extra cost once you switch to a Bluebeam subscription. However, if you're not ready for a transition, you can renew your current PL/OL contract and Maintenance for another year (with only a slight increase of 10% in Maintenance fees).
If you are an active customer, yes, you can access Revu V21 at the highest tier subscription, which is Bluebeam Complete – We created a handy, step-by-step Bluebeam subscription upgrade guide for you to follow
Eligibility criteria for free upgrade: Users having Bluebeam Open License/Bluebeam perpetual license with Active Maintenance)
If you use Bluebeam Perpetual License without Active Maintenance, you must purchase a Bluebeam Revu license by paying a full annual subscription for Bluebeam Basics, Core, or Complete. But you can convert your Bluebeam Revu 20 license (for Extreme) to a Bluebeam Complete subscription without paying for any subscription or Bluebeam License cost.
The representation below shows subscription transition options for customers with Maintenance/OL.
It is highly recommended to switch to a Bluebeam subscription so you don't miss all the incredible features and benefits. Please note that you will need to switch to a subscription by mid-2023. After that, PL/OL will no longer be supported. Check out our detailed, step-by-step Bluebeam subscription upgrade guide to self-upgrade and take your AEC workflows to new summits with Bluebeam Revu 21 Complete.
You can use an older version of Revu—even after transitioning to a Bluebeam subscription—to minimize disruption on your active projects. But we recommend moving your team to the next major version of Bluebeam Revu (Revu 21) as soon as possible so you can leverage the latest functionality, Bluebeam Cloud solutions and all the services included in the subscription. If you have Revu 20, you’ll continue to get updates/patches Bluebeam may release to address critical bugs, but no new functionality will be released.
Note: You can install Revu 21 side-by-side without uninstalling the older Revu version, so you can continue using existing Revu licenses for some users.
After mid-2023, renewals for Bluebeam Perpetual or Open Licenses will no longer be available, and subscription will be the only option. Additionally, Bluebeam can no longer support legacy versions, so if you're using Revu 2019 or earlier, support will end on March 21, 2023.
It's important to note that if you choose not to move to a Bluebeam subscription, you won't have access to the latest version of Revu (Revu 21), Bluebeam Cloud solutions, or any of the services included in the Bluebeam subscription packages.
When you switch to a Bluebeam Revu subscription, you will receive a discount for the 1st year. However, in year 2, the discounted Bluebeam license price for subscription will only apply to your original transient licenses/seats. Any new subscriptions added in year 2 will be at the regular Bluebeam license cost, so there's no financial advantage to downgrading to Basics or Core.
While the pricing for transient seats remains the same, subscription pricing is based on what you paid the year before. So, if you want to continue enjoying the discounted price, stick with your current subscription package (Bluebeam Complete). For further queries or guidance, contact Brighter Graphics - Your go-to partner for all digital needs in AEC.
No, Bluebeam Revu 21 comes with an annual subscription plan for Revu Basics, Core, and Complete. Check out our pricing page to learn more about Bluebeam Subscription Cost.
Bluebeam Subscription Cost may vary significantly from £195.00 to £330.00 annually. Check out our pricing page to learn about Bluebeam Subscription Cost for Revu Basics, Core, or Complete.
To provide the most value possible in the office and field, all subscription plans include both Revu 21 and Bluebeam Cloud (web and mobile) functionality.
Revu will no longer be available via the editions (Standard, CAD, eXtreme) Bluebeam was offering previously. To compare Revu 20 and Revu 21, check out the detailedRevu Features Comparison page.
Our most comprehensive subscription plan, Complete, gives you full access to the functionality you’re familiar with in Revu eXtreme. Additionally, it comes with Bluebeam Cloud to help you extend your work into the field on the web and mobile.
Brighter Graphics is the Platinum Partner of Bluebeam Revu, offering comprehensive support for all things related to Bluebeam. Whether it’s onboarding or technical support, Brighter Graphics is your go-to platform with an extensive library of resources, how-to guides, video tutorials, and training. Explore our Resource Center to make your journey with Bluebeam in AEC seamless.
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