TreeSize won’t renew perpetual-license support unless users subscribe
Summary
Ars Technica reports that JAM Software is shifting TreeSize to a subscription-backed model, with perpetual-license maintenance ending and updates requiring a subscription. Perpetual-license holders reportedly will not receive new installers or license keys after the maintenance period, though TreeSize Personal remains available with 12 months of updates and support. The move is framed as a response to current economic conditions, sparking backlash and discussions about backups, refunds, and the broader shift to recurring revenue in software.