Frequently asked questions
ArcGIS for Personal Use is a collection of Esri’s core products. The products you receive have different system requirements.
Please refer to these system requirements for the products included with ArcGIS for Personal Use:
This program allows individuals to license and use Esri's powerful mapping and analytical tools and authoritative data currently used by large organizations for a very affordable price. Therefore, we gave it the straightforward name of ArcGIS for Personal Use. With this program, you get GIS software as well as access to the world’s foremost collection of geospatial information for your own personal projects.
It is the same software, but ArcGIS for Personal Use is limited to personal, noncommercial use by an individual customer and excludes use for the benefit of any third party, including commercial, educational, governmental, or nonprofit entities.
With ArcGIS for Personal Use, you can enjoy the latest versions of our software with a basic license level. By maintaining your annual subscription, you’ll always have access to Esri’s most up-to-date and advanced software at a very affordable price.
A user type is a license type that determines the privileges and access you receive with Esri software. The Personal Use user type allows you to view, edit, and create dynamic maps using prebuilt apps. This user type also provides access to ArcGIS Pro Basic.
Credits are the currency used across ArcGIS and are consumed for specific transactions, such as storing features, performing analytics, and using premium content.
With the purchase of ArcGIS for Personal Use, you will be given access to ArcGIS Living Atlas of the World. There is always new content available in ArcGIS Living Atlas of the World, such as ready-to-use authoritative data layers, curated and prepared for easy ArcGIS integration. Stimulate your creativity by exploring inspiring spatial content from thousands of organizations, including maps, apps, and narrative maps.
ArcGIS for Personal Use provides access to free training via Esri Academy. Whether you’re new to ArcGIS or a seasoned GIS professional who wants to master the latest technology, we have the resources to help you achieve your goals.
Visit Esri Academy to see the course catalog and learning plans.