# Musson Industrial's Embr Modules, Licensing Announcement **URL:** \ **Category:** 3rd Party Modules\ **Created:** [May 6, 2026, 9:23pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421 "2026-05-06T21:23:26Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![bmusson](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/bmusson/32/87530_2.png) [@bmusson](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/bmusson)\ **Post date:** [May 6, 2026, 9:23pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/1 "2026-05-06T21:23:27Z")
# Release Notice ## Embr Module Licensing To offer a more complete support model, Musson Industrial is introducing optional licensing for the Embr suite. Don't worry, these modules will always remain free to use and open source. Here's what's changing: **Standard Edition** - Embr modules are free to use, but will run in trial mode when unlicensed. - No functionality will be impacted by an expired trial. - You can remove the trial status by purchasing a low-cost license from our web store. **Maker Edition** - Embr modules are free to use with no trial mode. * * * ## Licensing Options Licenses are offered on an individual (per-module) or suite (all modules) basis. - Individual Module License: **$50** - Suite License: **$100** > **[Ignition Modules — Musson Industrial](https://mussonindustrial.com/store)** > > Purchase licenses for Ignition Modules by Musson Industrial. All major credit cards are accepted, as well as ACH payments for US-based orders over $250. After completing an order on our web store, license keys (including activation tokens for leased licenses) will be generated and sent to the email used at checkout. License key generation and distribution are automated and occur every 15 minutes. ## Expected Questions **Q:** Is Embr still open source? **A:** Yes! The entire Embr suite is still MIT-licensed, and this will never change. **Q:** Can I continue to use Embr Charts/Periscope/Thermo/SNMP for free? **A:** Yes! The modules will report as being in trial mode, but no functionality will be impacted. You will still continue to receive updates. **Q:** Why should I purchase a license? **A:** A license removes the trial banner and supports continued development of the Embr suite, helping ensure these modules remain useful, reliable, and actively maintained. **Q:** What if I upgrade from 8.1 to 8.3? **A:** License keys are not tied to a specific Ignition version and will never expire. **Q:** Will you offer redundant gateway, integrator, or bulk purchase discounts? **A:** We aim to keep licensing simple, affordable, and automated, so there are currently no additional discounts. **Q:** I have questions regarding licenses, special setups, edge cases, or long-term support guarantees. **A:** We're here for you! For setups that fall outside the standard automated licensing process, please reach out so we can provide guidance. ---
**Author:** ![David\_Stone](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/david_stone/32/79749_2.png) [@David\_Stone](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/David_Stone)\ **Post date:** [May 7, 2026, 1:38am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/2 "2026-05-07T01:38:27Z")
> [@bmusson](#): > > edge cases So do the purchased keys enable Edge usage of the modules? ---
**Author:** ![bmusson](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/bmusson/32/87530_2.png) [@bmusson](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/bmusson)\ **Post date:** [May 7, 2026, 2:18pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/3 "2026-05-07T14:18:19Z")
Keys purchased through the web store are only valid for Standard Edition gateways. For any other applications, please reach out to us directly 😄. ---
**Author:** ![Aiasa21](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/aeb1de/32.png) [@Aiasa21](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Aiasa21)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2026, 6:59pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/4 "2026-05-12T18:59:12Z")
Hi, could you clarify what the trial banner actually consists of? ---
**Author:** ![bmusson](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/bmusson/32/87530_2.png) [@bmusson](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/bmusson)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2026, 7:52pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/5 "2026-05-12T19:52:59Z")
Sure. 1. The trial banner is shown in the Gateway UI: ![20260512154312chrome](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/original/3X/9/f/9fa6368fe69c0402bb3a3bd41bbf63539ad2414a.png) 1. The module's will display as being in "Trial" mode. ![20260512154329chrome](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/original/3X/0/1/012ab2d5a9a8cc07e2ccf9189c3c9d99c5168f42.png) 1. A splash screen will be displayed for ~2 seconds upon designer start. 2. An icon + license status will displayed in the bottom status bar of the designer. Clicking on this icon will open our documentation website. ![20260512155025](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/original/3X/a/7/a728dc744cc62dbfb1e3d5d2421926cca7472f65.png) ![20260512154451](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/original/3X/d/0/d07844089d37936b2a5a9f18931109887a340dea.png) The splash screen + designer status bar icon are removed upon license activation. ---
**Author:** ![pturmel](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/pturmel/32/3295_2.png) [@pturmel](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/pturmel)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2026, 8:31pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/6 "2026-05-12T20:31:03Z")
Since it is open source, consider replacing UNLICENSED in your nag displays with UNSUPPORTED. Because the user really does have an open source _license_. ---
**Author:** ![bmusson](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/bmusson/32/87530_2.png) [@bmusson](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/bmusson)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2026, 8:37pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/7 "2026-05-12T20:37:11Z")
Fair point, I agree with that reasoning. That’s really the whole intent of the license; a formal mechanism for support. ---
**Author:** ![msteele](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/msteele/32/77889_2.png) [@msteele](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/msteele)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2026, 9:10pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/8 "2026-05-12T21:10:33Z")
I wonder if @pturmel is getting ideas for Integration Toolkit. ---
**Author:** ![pturmel](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/pturmel/32/3295_2.png) [@pturmel](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/pturmel)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2026, 9:20pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/9 "2026-05-12T21:20:58Z")
Not the same at all, as my Toolkit is **not** open source. ---
**Author:** ![msteele](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/msteele/32/77889_2.png) [@msteele](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/msteele)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2026, 9:54pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/10 "2026-05-12T21:54:46Z")
Referring to the trial banner and offering a support license, not the underlying source license discussed downthread. ---
**Author:** ![bmusson](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/bmusson/32/87530_2.png) [@bmusson](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/bmusson)\ **Post date:** [May 13, 2026, 6:34pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/11 "2026-05-13T18:34:31Z")
> [@pturmel](#): > > consider replacing UNLICENSED in your nag displays with UNSUPPORTED Done, it'll be in the next release. > ---
**Author:** ![Claudio\_Burgos](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/85f322/32.png) [@Claudio\_Burgos](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Claudio_Burgos)\ **Post date:** [May 15, 2026, 2:57pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/12 "2026-05-15T14:57:52Z")
How is module "Embr-Charts-Ignition83-4.0.0" affected by this? ---
**Author:** ![Claudio\_Burgos](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/85f322/32.png) [@Claudio\_Burgos](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Claudio_Burgos)\ **Post date:** [May 15, 2026, 2:59pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/13 "2026-05-15T14:59:53Z")
How does it look on my Perspective View (web)? ---
**Author:** ![bmusson](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/bmusson/32/87530_2.png) [@bmusson](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/bmusson)\ **Post date:** [May 15, 2026, 3:10pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/14 "2026-05-15T15:10:28Z")
This change was implemented in the **2026.5.12** release set: Charts-Ignition81-5.0.0 Charts-Ignition83-5.0.0 Periscope-Ignition81-0.13.0 Periscope-Ignition83-0.13.0 SNMP-Ignition81-0.5.0 SNMP-Ignition83-0.5.0 Thermodynamics-Ignition81-3.0.0 Thermodynamics-Ignition83-3.0.0 > [@Claudio\_Burgos](#): > > How does it look on my Perspective View (web)? Your Perspective views will look exactly the same, and you can upgrade beyond Charts-4.0.0 without any of your projects being impacted. The license key nags are only present in the designer + gateway config UI. ---
**Author:** ![Claudio\_Burgos](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/85f322/32.png) [@Claudio\_Burgos](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Claudio_Burgos)\ **Post date:** [May 20, 2026, 4:35pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/15 "2026-05-20T16:35:40Z")
I believe, and correct me if I am wrong, **Embr Charts** module for Ignition includes components specifically based on the **ApexCharts** library. If this is the case, how does this new pricing model from ApexCharts affect your module? ---
**Author:** ![bmusson](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/bmusson/32/87530_2.png) [@bmusson](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/bmusson)\ **Post date:** [May 20, 2026, 4:53pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/16 "2026-05-20T16:53:15Z")
Embr Charts includes a version of ApexCharts that was released _before_ their licensing change. See this post for more info: > [@Musson Industrial’s Embr-Charts Module](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrial-s-embr-charts-module/91618/280): > > Corresponding to the launch of 8.3, the Embr 8.3 branch is now also out of beta! [Embr v8.3 - 2025.9.17](https://github.com/mussonindustrial/embr/releases/tag/releases%252F8.3%252F2025.9.17)Bad News ApexCharts@5.0.0 introduced a change to the way ApexCharts is licensed. As of 5.0.0+ it is no longer MIT licensed; instead, it's now an annoying "dual-license" model. Currently, Embr Charts includes ApexCharts@3.54.1 which is licensed under an MIT license. Our goal is for all Embr modules to remain free and open. We will not pursue any upgrades to versions of ApexCharts that wou… Everything in that post is still accurate as of 2026. ---
**Author:** ![bmusson](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/bmusson/32/87530_2.png) [@bmusson](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/bmusson)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2026, 10:09am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/17 "2026-09-21T10:09:54Z")
We’re running a discount on license keys during ICC 2026! Save 26% on any number of Embr Suite Licenses. Use code **ICC-2026-UNLEASHED** at checkout. [https://mussonindustrial.com](https://mussonindustrial.com) ---
**Author:** ![travisaggiebrown](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/travisaggiebrown/32/85824_2.png) [@travisaggiebrown](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/travisaggiebrown)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2026, 5:12pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/18 "2026-09-21T17:12:16Z")
could you clarify what exactly a license entitles someone too? is the license more of a donation or does the license entitle the licensee to something that the trial version would not? ---
**Author:** ![dkhayes117](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/dkhayes117/32/68344_2.png) [@dkhayes117](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/dkhayes117)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2026, 5:18pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/19 "2026-09-21T17:18:29Z")
The first post in this thread explains why. > [@bmusson](#): > > **Q:** Why should I purchase a license? > **A:** A license removes the trial banner and supports continued development of the Embr suite, helping ensure these modules remain useful, reliable, and actively maintained. ---
**Author:** ![travisaggiebrown](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/inductiveautomation/user_avatar/forum.inductiveautomation.com/travisaggiebrown/32/85824_2.png) [@travisaggiebrown](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/travisaggiebrown)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2026, 6:49pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421/20 "2026-09-21T18:49:25Z")
I was under the impression that the license would have given some guarantee of support. if I'm to take that word for word. then it's simply a donation to help ben continue support and to remove the trial visual. is that correct? [Next page](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/musson-industrials-embr-modules-licensing-announcement/115421.md?page=2)