# Freeware: what it is and how it works · Zorraquino
> Freeware is software made available at no charge for use under a set of licence conditions. Free of charge does not mean free of restrictions.
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# Freeware

Freeware is software made available at no charge for use under a set of licence conditions. Free of charge does not mean free of restrictions

What it means, how it is used and where it comes up, with its related concepts.

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## What it is and how it works

The licence may limit modification, redistribution or certain uses. Nor does it imply access to the source code. It differs from [free software](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/internet/free-software.html), which is defined by the freedoms it grants, and from a trial, which limits the period or features available before a purchase or subscription. The choice should consider the actual terms and maintenance as well as price.

Topics

[Marketing and sales](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/category/marketing-y-ventas)

## Related concepts

- [Shareware](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/digital-marketing/shareware.html)
- [Free software](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/internet/free-software.html)
- [Freemium](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/digital-marketing/freemium.html)