Chief Architect Price, Licensing and Subscription Options

In most cases, yes—new versions released during an active subscription are typically made available through the account holder's online portal. Confirm the current policy with the developer.

Annual plans generally renew once a year from the original start date, while monthly plans renew on that same date each month. If a monthly renewal date does not exist in a given month, billing usually shifts to the final day of that month. Exact billing terms should be verified with the developer.

Subscriptions are typically managed through an online account portal. A cancellation is generally only complete once a confirmation is received from the developer, and access usually continues through the end of the current billing period. See the official site for exact steps.

The older rental model has been replaced by the current subscription structure described on this page.

A missed, late, or declined payment will generally lead to cancellation and loss of software access, though the developer's current policy should be checked for specifics.

Annual plans have historically been eligible for a short money-back window, while monthly plans have not. Refund policy details can change, so check the current terms directly with the developer.

A license is generally intended for one individual user rather than a specific machine. It can often be installed on more than one computer, though usually only one installation may be active at a time, and switching between them is normally straightforward. Visit the knowledge base for guidance on using it across multiple computers.

Chief Architect runs on both Windows and Mac computers. Visit the system requirements page for details, or read a related article about choosing a suitable computer for running the program.

Yes. A trial version is available with the same core tools as the full release, minus saving, printing, exporting, and virtual tours. It generally does not carry a fixed expiration date.

A range of training resources exists to help new users get oriented. The free resources listed below can be used alongside the trial version.

Free Training Resources

• Training Videos
• How-to Articles
• Getting Started Resources
• Free Webinars

Additional Training Resources

• Personal Training
• Classroom Training
• On-Demand Training

The 3D content library includes catalog downloads from both specific manufacturers and generic sources. Users can also import outside 3D objects, materials, and colors, including content sourced directly from manufacturer websites where available.

After purchasing a new subscription, the order is normally processed right away, and an email follows with instructions for accessing an online account and downloading the software.

Upgrade orders are typically validated and processed within about one business day, after which a confirmation email indicates the software is ready to download from the account portal.

A short satisfaction guarantee has historically applied to annual subscriptions, while monthly plans, SSA renewals, and library catalog packs are usually excluded. Confirm the exact return terms on the developer's site.

Support and Software Assurance (SSA) generally comes bundled with new licenses and upgrades. It typically covers:

• Upgrades
• Priority technical support
• Catalog downloads

Pricing on the official site is generally listed in US dollars, and transactions are processed in that currency. Buyers outside the US may see a conversion applied by their own bank, and the exchange rate used is set by that bank rather than by the developer.