From pfSense CE to Plus

From pfSense CE to Plus

Netgate now provides an easy path to migrate pfSense CE to Plus.
This enable you to run pfSense on your own hardware and get commercial support for your installation.

Step 1

Pre-Requisite

The firewall must be running pfSense CE software version 2.6.0 or later.

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Step 2

Activation Token

Buy an Activation Token (pfSense+ Software Subscription)

Step 3

Register and Migrate

Register the Activation Token into pfSense CE and start the migration process.

Success!

You are now on Plus.

Buy an Activation Token (pfSense+ Software Subscription)

If you need assistance to migrate from pfSense CE to pfSense Plus, talk with our certified pfSense Engineers.

From Open-Source to Business-Assured

Many customers have third party hardware they’d like to equip with pfSense Plus software. The release of pfSense CE 2.6.0 allows an easy migration from open-source project code to our business-assured software product.”
— Jamie Thompson, Netgate CEO

This update is particularly important for users running pfSense on non-Netgate hardware, whether on bare metal or virtual machines. Starting from pfSense CE version 2.6 and above, Netgate has made it easy to migrate to the latest version of pfSense Plus. With this migration, users can benefit from enhanced support options such as TAC Lite, Pro, or Enterprise.

IT AND GENERAL further enhance this migration option by offering packages that include support and configuration conversion services (when moving to different hardware), ensuring a smooth transition for those using third-party hardware.

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Do I have to move to pfSense Plus software?

Absolutely not. Netgate continues to actively support the ‘Community’ edition, with ongoing efforts to enhance its features and functionality. While pfSense Plus is evolving with new features and expanded capabilities, if you feel you don’t need the added features or TAC support right now, or if the timing isn’t right for you, you can confidently continue using pfSense CE software.

Read more about the typical journey for IT Professionals from pfSense CE to Plus.

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