Buy Microsoft RDS CALs for Windows Server 2025
RDS CAL Advisor
Helps you choose the right CAL type, quantity, and best-value pack.
Newer CALs also work with older server versions.
Choose your RDS CAL type
Choose User or Device CALs based on how you connect remotely to your server.
Choose your RDS CAL pack
Choose a pack with enough CALs to cover your users or devices.
Device RDS CALsMultiple people sharing one device.
Microsoft requires Active Directory (AD) to track and issue Per-User RDS CALs. Choose Device CALs if your server is in a workgroup and you don't plan to use Active Directory.
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RDS CAL Advisor
Answer a few quick questions and get one clear CAL recommendation.
1. Your setup
2. How you connect
3. Recommendation
Your Remote Desktop setup
We only need the number of people and devices that will connect.
Count each person who needs to connect.
Include every laptop, desktop, shared PC or other device that may connect.
How will they connect?
Tell us how people connect and how your server is set up.
Will the people use the same computer/device every time they connect?
Not sure? Ask your IT department to confirm before continuing. This answer affects which CAL type is appropriate.
Is your RDS server joined to a Windows domain / Active Directory?
Not sure? Ask your IT administrator to confirm whether the RDS server is domain-joined or in a workgroup before continuing.
Would you be willing to join the server to a Windows domain / Active Directory if User CALs are the better fit or could reduce your CAL cost?
Based on the answers above, User CALs are the better fit, but User CALs require a domain-joined environment.
Recommended CAL type
Recommended purchase
Why this fits
What you license
Pack and price comparison
| License | Qty | Best Pack | Total Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| User CAL | |||
| Device CAL |
Request a custom quote
Tell us exactly how many CALs you need, or ask for a purchase-order quote. We reply by email, usually within a few hours.
Purchase details
Frequently asked questions
See our detailed FAQ pageWhat do I get with my purchase and how fast do I get it?
Your email arrives within 15 minutes of completing checkout and contains everything you need to deploy your RDS CALs right away: license document (PDF) with your license/agreement number and activation details, configuration instructions, an RDS CAL installation video, and an invoice.
Still have a question?Ask an RDS specialist
Which Windows Server versions are these 2025 RDS CALs compatible with?
Windows Server 2025 RDS CALs can be used with Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019 and 2016 RDS deployments. Higher-version RDS CALs include downgrade rights for earlier supported versions.
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Is the Windows Server 2025 operating system included?
No. An RDS CAL is an access license for Remote Desktop Services and does not include the Windows Server 2025 operating system, which needs to be licensed separately.
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Can I use these RDS CALs in my country?
Yes. RDS CALs are not region-locked. They can be deployed on Windows Servers anywhere in the world, on-premises or on dedicated cloud servers.
Still have a question?Ask an RDS specialist
Can I add more RDS CALs in the future?
Yes. Additional RDS CALs can be purchased and added to your server in the future.
Still have a question?Ask an RDS specialist
What if there is a problem with my order?
Every order is covered by the 90-Day Moneyback Guarantee. If you experience a delivery, access, installation or licensing issue, we work with you to resolve it, and if we can’t, you receive a full refund.
Still have a question?Ask an RDS specialist
Question 1 of 6
What do I get with my purchase and how fast do I get it?
Your email arrives within 15 minutes of completing checkout and contains everything you need to deploy your RDS CALs right away: license document (PDF) with your license/agreement number and activation details, configuration instructions, an RDS CAL installation video, and an invoice.
Still have a question?Ask an RDS specialist
Question 2 of 6
Which Windows Server versions are these 2025 RDS CALs compatible with?
Windows Server 2025 RDS CALs can be used with Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019 and 2016 RDS deployments. Higher-version RDS CALs include downgrade rights for earlier supported versions.
Still have a question?Ask an RDS specialist
Question 3 of 6
Is the Windows Server 2025 operating system included?
No. An RDS CAL is an access license for Remote Desktop Services and does not include the Windows Server 2025 operating system, which needs to be licensed separately.
Still have a question?Ask an RDS specialist
Question 4 of 6
Can I use these RDS CALs in my country?
Yes. RDS CALs are not region-locked. They can be deployed on Windows Servers anywhere in the world, on-premises or on dedicated cloud servers.
Still have a question?Ask an RDS specialist
Question 5 of 6
Can I add more RDS CALs in the future?
Yes. Additional RDS CALs can be purchased and added to your server in the future.
Still have a question?Ask an RDS specialist
Question 6 of 6
What if there is a problem with my order?
Every order is covered by the 90-Day Moneyback Guarantee. If you experience a delivery, access, installation or licensing issue, we work with you to resolve it, and if we can’t, you receive a full refund.
Still have a question?Ask an RDS specialist
Which 2025 RDS CAL type to buy?
Where can I use Windows Server 2025 RDS CALs?
Requirements: Any Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019 or 2016 running the Remote Desktop Services role and an RD Licensing server, wherever it is hosted. Only the CAL type you can use changes.
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