Trusted Store for Microsoft Windows Server RDS CALs
Get your team connected with genuine Microsoft RDS CALs for Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, and 2016 — from the only store built exclusively for RDS CALs. Whether you manage a five-person office or a growing enterprise with hundreds of remote workers, RDS CAL Store has the RDS CALs your infrastructure requires — at prices that fit your budget.
Choose User CALs or Device CALs, pick from 5, 10, 20, or 50-pack bundles, and start working remotely in minutes with instant digital delivery and lifetime licensing. Unsure whether your setup requires User or Device CALs? Use our free RDS CAL calculator for an instant, personalised recommendation.
Try the Free RDS CAL CalculatorFeatured RDS CALs
Windows Server 2025 Remote Desktop Services (RDS) CALs
- 60-Day Exchange
- Instant Download
Windows Server 2022 Remote Desktop Services (RDS) CALs
- 60-Day Exchange
- Instant Download
Windows Server 2019 Remote Desktop Services (RDS) CALs
- 60-Day Exchange
- Instant Download
Windows Server 2016 Remote Desktop Services (RDS) CALs
- 60-Day Exchange
- Instant Download
Your License Package Includes
- Instant Digital Delivery — Receive your activation key immediately after checkout.
- Deployment Video Guide — Step-by-step server installation walkthrough.
- Technical Documentation — Comprehensive deployment and troubleshooting guides.
- 60-Day One-Time CAL Swap — Free Swap between User and Device CALs directly from your account.
- 60-Day One-Time License Exchange — Change your server year or CAL pack size directly from your account.
- Perpetual License Guarantee — Guaranteed continuous operation for the lifecycle of your server.
- Free Integration Support — Our active system administrators help you configure your license server at no extra cost.
- Transparent B2B Pricing — Budget-optimized rates with no hidden fees or surprise costs.
Why Businesses Trust RDS CAL Store?
Professional Solutions for Secure Remote Desktop Access
Getting your remote team connected and keeping their productivity high shouldn't be a hassle. Buying software licenses is usually a headache, which is exactly why thousands of businesses trust RDS CAL Store. We built the store we wished existed: a straightforward, expert-driven platform for buying RDS CALs at competitive, transparent prices.
With years of expertise in RDS CAL licensing, we ensure you get the exact licenses required for your setup—without the usual runaround. Whether you need to support a modern cloud hybrid or a stable legacy office, partner with a dedicated team of IT experts that understands your day-to-day challenges, respects your IT budget, and stands behind every single license with free installation support.
Why Your Peers Choose Us:
100% RDS Focused
We don't sell antivirus or basic software. We specialize exclusively in Remote Desktop Services, guaranteeing exact technical accuracy for your infrastructure.
Transparent B2B Pricing
We purchase licenses in massive volumes to secure enterprise-level rates. You get the exact same genuine Microsoft CALs, completely optimized for your IT budget.
Instant 24/7 Delivery
Download your activation keys immediately after checkout. A secure backup copy is also sent directly to your inbox.
Built by Admins, for Admins
No generic sales scripts here. As active system administrators, we understand your infrastructure challenges and provide the exact technical support you need to deploy your CALs flawlessly.
Our Promise to You
100% Genuine Licensing
We don't deal in sketchy workarounds. Every RDS CAL you purchase is an Authentic Microsoft license that activates seamlessly.
Guaranteed Activation
Your RDS CALs are guaranteed authentic Microsoft licenses. Simply enter your key into the RD Licensing Manager for immediate, error-free activation.
Free Installation Support
Deploy your server with total peace of mind. If you need assistance configuring your environment, our in-house IT experts provide complete installation and activation support for free.
Microsoft Remote Desktop Services Explained
What Is Microsoft Remote Desktop Services?
Remote Desktop Services is a Windows Server role that allows businesses to run desktops and applications on centralized servers and deliver them to users over the network. Instead of managing every application on every PC, teams can give people access to a full desktop or only the apps they need.
You may also hear it called RDS or, in older environments, Terminal Services. The idea is the same: keep applications, sessions, and access controls in one place so users can work from the office, home, or on the road without IT having to manage every device individually.
For many organizations, that makes day-to-day administration simpler because updates, security policies, and user access can all be handled from a central infrastructure.
Understanding RDS CAL Licensing
If users connect to a Remote Desktop Session Host, Microsoft generally requires Remote Desktop Services Client Access Licenses. These licenses are separate from standard Windows Server CALs and are specifically for Remote Desktop Services access.
That point matters because many buyers assume a regular Windows Server CAL is enough for remote desktop sessions. It is not. A standard server CAL covers general access to Windows Server, while an RDS CAL covers the additional right to use Remote Desktop Services.
New deployments usually begin with an initial grace period, but any long-term production setup should still have an activated RD Licensing Server and the right number of user or device licenses in place.
Types of RDS CALs
User CAL
A User CAL grants one person access, regardless of the device they’re using. They could be on their office computer one day, then their laptop the next. The license sticks with them, not the machine.
Device CAL
A Device CAL licenses one device, even if several people use it. This works well in setups like shared workstations or labs, where multiple users rely on the same hardware to access the server.
Version Compatibility and Upgrade Planning
Version compatibility matters in any RDS environment. Your RDS CALs need to match the Windows Server version being accessed. In general, newer RDS CALs can be used with earlier versions of Windows Server, but older CALs cannot be used for later server versions.
This becomes especially important during upgrades from Windows Server 2016, 2019, or 2022 to a newer release. Planning ahead for your Session Hosts, licensing server, and broker roles can help avoid downtime, activation issues, and last-minute licensing problems.
If you are migrating an existing setup, it is worth reviewing your user count, device count, application mix, and session requirements before making the move.
Hear From Our Happy Customers
Here are some reviews from verified buyers who are happy with our product quality, instant digital delivery, and excellent customer service. Read what they have to say about their experience with RDS CAL Store:
Testimonials
Have been working with this Team for the past 5 years, no problem with their licenses so far, they've also provided with assistance when needed, great team!
Everything installed and activated with no issues!!
Multi Time Buyer Only Source I Will use for License Brokerage
Todo muy bien, gracias!
Seriously recomended 5 stars. Fast and working 100%. If they own other licences kind, sure I'll get from them.
Everything works great, this is already the third time I purchased.
Wonderful supplier got the product on time and the after-sales support was excellent.
As always, just outstanding service. Return customer and we will be back.
Molto veloce e disponibile. Ho ricevuto il codice di licenza immediatamente. Molto professionale.
I am very satisfied, as always everything was fine. Fast delivery, reliability, good prices
Really fast! They actually saved me from a crappy week when my temporary RDP expired. I will keep buying RDP licenses here as I find the need to.
Awesome. They helped me solve an installation issue immediately that I ran into. Will be buying more certificates in the near futures hopefully as the server farm grows.
10th purchase of RDS User CAL in last 16 months. Very satisfied and will purchase more in the future.
Very fast electronic delivery. Worked perfectly.
I recommend it 100%, reliable and excellent communication, it helped me correct errors on my server. thank you..!
Got up and running in no time with this license. Nice price, too. Thank you!
This was the 8th set of RDS CAL purchased in last 12 months. Total of 250 CAL so far. Every purchase went very smooth and the CAL worked great. We have 2-3 more sets that will be purchasing over next 60 days.
Very fast and efficient! Saved a bunch of money as well. I will definitely be using them again.
Funcionou como esperado e o suporte dado foi impecável
License arrived quickly and activated without issue. Would definitely order another pack if we need to expand.