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Shop Microsoft Remote Desktop Services CALs for Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, and 2016.
Choose User CALs or Device CALs, select the pack size your business needs, continue to secure checkout, and receive your license details within 15 minutes after successful payment.
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Open the calculator to compare User CALs and Device CALs, estimate the quantity you need, and choose the most practical option for your Windows Server RDS environment.
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Choose your Windows Server RDS CAL pack
Select the Windows Server version, choose User or Device CALs, and add the right pack size to your cart.
Pick the right version firstHigher-version RDS CALs include downgrade rights for earlier supported Windows Server deployments.
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- 15-Minute License Delivery
- Perpetual RDS CALs
- 60-Day Exchange
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Microsoft Windows Server 2025 RDS CALs
Includes downgrade rights for 2022, 2019, and 2016
Selected price
$189.99
User CALs require an Active Directory environment. If your server is on a Workgroup and you do not intend to use Active Directory, please select Device CALs.
Microsoft Windows Server 2022 RDS CALs
Includes downgrade rights for 2019 and 2016
Selected price
$159.99
User CALs require an Active Directory environment. If your server is on a Workgroup and you do not intend to use Active Directory, please select Device CALs.
Microsoft Windows Server 2019 RDS CALs
Includes downgrade rights for 2016 deployments
Selected price
$119.99
User CALs require an Active Directory environment. If your server is on a Workgroup and you do not intend to use Active Directory, please select Device CALs.
Microsoft Windows Server 2016 RDS CALs
Designed for Windows Server 2016 RDS environments
Selected price
$109.99
User CALs require an Active Directory environment. If your server is on a Workgroup and you do not intend to use Active Directory, please select Device CALs.
Need a custom RDS CAL quote?
Tell us your Windows Server version, CAL type, and quantity. We will review the request and respond with pricing tailored to your requirements.
User CALs vs Device CALs
Confirm the right RDS CAL type before checkout
After choosing your Windows Server version and pack size, confirm whether your Remote Desktop Services access should be licensed by named users or by specific devices.
Simple buying rule
User CALs follow people. Device CALs follow endpoints. Shared computers usually fit better with Device CALs.
Licensed by person
RDS User CALs
Choose User CALs when each named user needs Remote Desktop access, especially when the same person connects from more than one device.
Best when:
- Named users connect from laptops, office PCs, or home workstations.
- Access is assigned to employees, contractors, or regular users.
- Licensing by person is easier than tracking every endpoint.
Deployment note: User CALs are best suited to Active Directory environments. If your server is on a Workgroup and you do not intend to use Active Directory, select Device CALs.
Licensed by endpoint
RDS Device CALs
Choose Device CALs when Remote Desktop access is tied to specific computers, terminals, shared office systems, or fixed workstations.
Best when:
- Multiple people use the same workstation or terminal.
- Your environment uses shared desks, fixed PCs, or shift-based access.
- Your Windows Server setup is Workgroup-style or device-focused.
Selection tip: Device CALs are often simpler when access is tied to fixed endpoints rather than individual users.
Still unsure which CAL type applies?
Use the calculator again or contact us before checkout if your server uses Active Directory, Workgroup mode, shared devices, or mixed access.
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Downgrade rights
Match your RDS CAL version to your server
Higher-version Microsoft RDS CALs can be used with the same Windows Server version and earlier supported versions. This helps when your business is licensing older servers, mixed RDS deployments, or a planned upgrade path.
Simple version rule
Newer RDS CALs can cover earlier supported server versions. Older RDS CALs do not cover newer Windows Server versions.
Maximum flexibility
2025
Windows Server 2025 RDS CALs
- 2025
- 2022
- 2019
- 2016
Popular choice
2022
Windows Server 2022 RDS CALs
- 2022
- 2019
- 2016
Established servers
2019
Windows Server 2019 RDS CALs
- 2019
- 2016
Legacy support
2016
Windows Server 2016 RDS CALs
- 2016
Version match tip
Choose the RDS CAL version that matches the newest Windows Server RDS deployment you need to license. Higher-version CALs can cover earlier supported versions, but older CALs do not cover newer server versions.
Order delivery
What happens after successful checkout
After payment is completed, your selected Windows Server RDS CAL order is prepared using the checkout and licensee details provided. Delivery is sent by email within 15 minutes after successful payment.
Delivered by email and account
Your delivery email includes the license details and setup resources. A copy remains available from your account Order Summary.
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Choose the Windows Server version, CAL type, and pack size that match your Remote Desktop Services deployment.
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Complete checkout
Enter accurate business, billing, contact, and licensee details so your order records match the intended buyer or organization.
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Delivery email is sent
The email includes your license details, setup guidance, video installation guide, and invoice/order record.
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Order Summary is updated
Your license details and order information remain available in your customer account under Order Summary for future reference.
Keep your delivery records
Save the delivery email with your internal IT or purchase records. If you do not see the email, check your spam or junk folder.
Use accurate checkout details
Customer account access, licensee details, and order records are linked to the information submitted at checkout, so use the correct business, licensee, and purchasing email.
Buyer confidence
Buy RDS CALs with clear records and practical safeguards
RDS CAL Store keeps the purchase process clear for business buyers with organized order records, license details, secure checkout options, and an exchange path if the wrong RDS CAL type or Windows Server version was selected.
Designed for business purchases
Please enter accurate business and contact details at checkout. These details are used for registration and order records.
Clear order records
Your Order Summary helps keep the Windows Server version, CAL type, pack size, and purchase details organized for your business records.
60-day exchange option
Eligible unactivated licenses may qualify for a one-time exchange between User and Device CALs, or a version change, within 60 days of purchase.
Perpetual ownership
These are perpetual RDS CALs. Once purchased, the license remains valid for the supported lifetime of the Windows Server RDS version purchased.
Secure checkout
Checkout supports PayPal secure checkout and available card payment options shown at the payment step, so buyers can complete the order through a familiar payment flow.
How the exchange option works
If you purchase the wrong server version or need to switch between User and Device CALs, eligible unactivated licenses can be exchanged from your account dashboard within 60 days of purchase.
Go to your Order Summary, choose the correct product, and pay any applicable price difference. Once the exchange is completed, the original license details are retired and replaced by the new license record.
Procurement FAQ
Questions buyers ask before purchasing RDS CALs
Answers for IT buyers, administrators, consultants, MSPs, and procurement teams reviewing RDS CAL pricing, deployment use, ownership, downgrade rights, and exchange options before purchase.
Review before checkout
Use these answers to confirm common purchase details before checkout or contacting support.
How does your pricing compare to traditional CSP or procurement channels?
Traditional CSP and procurement channels often include pricing floors, distributor layers, reseller margins, and longer purchasing workflows. RDS CAL Store operates as an independent volume licensing specialist, allowing us to source Microsoft RDS CALs at scale and price them more efficiently.
Will these licenses pass a formal Microsoft audit or SAM review?
Yes. Our licenses are supplied as standard Microsoft volume licenses for compliant use in supported environments. If your organization is currently going through, preparing for, or responding to a formal Microsoft audit or Software Asset Management (SAM) review, please contact us before purchasing so we can confirm the right license format for your setup and compliance requirements.
Can IT consultants or MSPs purchase RDS CALs for clients?
Yes. IT consultants, MSPs, and system integrators can purchase RDS CALs for client deployments. Please mention the correct customer or client details in the order details or order notes when placing the order.
Do these CALs include downgrade rights for older server versions?
Yes. Higher-version RDS CALs include downgrade rights for earlier supported Windows Server RDS deployments. For example, Windows Server 2025 RDS CALs can be used with Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, and 2016 RDS environments. Older RDS CALs cannot be used with newer Windows Server versions.
Will these licenses expire or require renewal?
No. These are perpetual RDS CALs and do not require monthly or annual renewal. Once purchased, the licenses remain valid for the supported lifetime of the Windows Server RDS version they are purchased for, including eligible downgrade use.
Is there a time limit to activate the license after purchase?
No. There is no short activation deadline after purchase. You can keep the license details safely and activate the RDS CALs when you are ready to deploy them on a supported Windows Server RDS environment.
Do I own the license permanently?
Yes. These are perpetual RDS CALs. Once purchased, you retain ownership of the license for the supported lifetime of the Windows Server RDS version it is purchased for, including eligible downgrade use.
Are these licenses region-restricted?
No. Our RDS CALs are approved for worldwide deployment and are not region-restricted. You can install and deploy these licenses on servers located anywhere in the world.
Can I use these licenses on cloud platforms?
Yes. You can use these RDS CALs for Windows Server Remote Desktop Services deployments on cloud environments such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Microsoft Azure, third-party cloud hosting providers, dedicated servers, or on-premises servers, as long as the server environment supports standard RDS CAL installation and activation.
What if I misplace my license details?
If you misplace your license details, log in to your account on our website and go to your order summary section. You can view and download your license details directly from your dashboard at any time.
Is the Windows Server operating system included?
No. An RDS CAL is an access license for Remote Desktop Services. It does not include the Windows Server operating system.
Will these CALs be compatible with VLSC or Microsoft 365 portal?
If your organization uses VLSC or a Microsoft 365 licensing portal, please contact us before purchase so we can confirm compatibility.
What if I order the wrong CAL type or server version?
If you purchase the wrong server version or need to switch between User and Device CALs, you can exchange eligible unactivated licenses from your account dashboard within 60 days of purchase. Go to your order summary, choose the correct product, and pay any applicable price difference. Once the exchange is completed, the original license key is permanently blacklisted to prevent unauthorized use.
Can these CALs be transferred to a different server?
Yes. These RDS CALs can be moved to another server when you replace or upgrade your server hardware. To remain compliant, the original server must be fully decommissioned or wiped before the licenses are activated on the new deployment.
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