# Understanding licensing

## How to license the SecureMetrics PowerBI Risk Register App

In order to connect your data to the PowerBI App, you'll need an active license which you can [purchase here. ](https://securemetrics.io/templates/risk-register)

All licenses are annual licenses (one-time-payment) and include the following:

* PowerBI Template File (.pbit)
* Excel data input file (.xlsx)

There are two licenses available: internal and consultant. \
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The internal license is for organizations using the risk register app internally for their company. 

The consultant license is for service providers or other organizations using the risk register for clients/customers. \
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The consultant license gives the purchasing organization the rights to use and distribute the risk register to an unlimited number of clients. 

Any questions, please email <mitchell@securemetrics.io>