If your current virtual machine corrupts or you migrate to a different cloud provider, you can reclaim your license.
During the QuTScloud setup wizard, select .
The QuTScloud license key is your gateway to running a private, secure, and fully-featured QNAP NAS environment without the limitations of physical hardware. While it requires a subscription fee calculated by CPU core usage, it offers the flexibility to run NAS services on almost any cloud platform. By understanding the pricing structure, mastering the activation through QNAP License Manager, and ensuring a stable internet connection, you can fully leverage QuTScloud for seamless cloud data management.
Return to your isolated QuTScloud setup wizard, upload the .lic file, and click . Managing, Transferring, and Renewing Your License qutscloud license key
If you are currently running QUTScloud on a trial key, log in now. Go to Control Panel > License Manager. Check your "Days Remaining." If you see less than 15 days, purchase your permanent license today to avoid a weekend emergency.
Upload your Device Public Key file and select your purchased license.
QuTScloud is not a free operating system. To use it beyond a very limited trial, you must purchase a subscription-based license. The license key serves three critical functions: If your current virtual machine corrupts or you
QNAP QutsCloud is a cloud-optimized version of the robust QTS operating system. It allows you to run a virtual Network Attached Storage (NAS) instance directly within public cloud environments like AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or on-premises hypervisors. To fully unlock its features, data management capabilities, and enterprise applications, you need a valid .
QNAP QuTScloud Subscription Pricing (Annual)
When you deploy the QuTScloud image on your cloud platform or hypervisor (such as VMware ESXi or Hyper-V) and boot it for the first time, the setup wizard will ask you for your license key. Paste the key you saved earlier, and the instance will connect to the QNAP servers, verify the subscription, and initialize the full Cloud NAS environment. Managing and Transferring Your License While it requires a subscription fee calculated by
Go to the QNAP License Manager website.
Disclaimer: Pricing and features mentioned are based on QNAP’s public policies as of mid-2025. Always refer to the official QNAP software store for current rates.
: Visit the QNAP Software Store to choose a subscription plan. Plans are available in monthly or annual cycles.