> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://helpcenter.xopero.com/xopero-one-en/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://helpcenter.xopero.com/xopero-one-en/xopero-unified-protection/licensing.md).

# Licensing

**Xopero Unified Protection (XUP) is an all-in-one backup solution that integrates Xopero ONE software with dedicated storage medium. Unlike standalone Xopero ONE licenses, XUP uses a storage-based licensing model and provides comprehensive protection for the entire local infrastructure.**

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## Licensing model

**Xopero Unified Protection** (**XUP**) operates on a licensing model that combines hardware capacity with unlimited protection for local resources. When you purchase a **XUP** appliance, you receive:

* [x] Unlimited licenses for endpoints (**Windows** and **macOS**).
* [x] Unlimited licenses for servers (**Windows** and **Linux**).
* [x] Unlimited licenses for virtual machines (**VMware** and **Hyper-V**, including host-level and in-guest backup agents).

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## Expanding protection

While **Xopero Unified Protection** provides unlimited protection for all local physical and virtual resources, the license can be extended to include cloud platforms and offsite storage. These are available as separate subscription-based licenses:

1. **Microsoft 365** — protection for mailboxes, **OneDrive**, contacts, and calendars.
2. **Git platforms (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, Azure DevOps)** — protection for repositories and metadata.
3. **Jira** — comprehensive backup for **Jira** spaces.
4. **Xopero Cloud Storage** — secure offsite data redundancy.

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## Protecting virtual environments

**Xopero Unified Protection** provides two primary ways to secure virtual machines, ensuring compatibility regardless of hypervisor:

1. **Host-level (VMware and Hyper-V)** — unlimited backup of VMs directly from the hypervisor level.
2. **In-guest agent** — by installing a backup agent (worker) directly inside a VM, you can protect the system regardless of the underlying platform. This is the recommended method for securing environments not natively supported at the host level, such as **Proxmox**, **Xen**, **KVM**, or **Nutanix**.

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## Useful links and items

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[License administration](/xopero-one-en/management/license-administration.md)
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