# The subscription expires - what now?

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**Important**: This article applies to the old purchase version for ThemeWare® that could be purchased until the end of 2023.
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**Note**: On December 28, 2023, Shopware changed the booking options for extensions in the store. Extensions can now only be rented. Along with this, the extension subscription (subscription of purchased Extensions) has also been abolished.
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Don't worry, you can continue to use the purchased version (which could be purchased until the end of 2023) of your extension. It's just that the extension's "subscription" expires. This means that you are no longer entitled to manufacturer support and updates.

If you do not want to use support and do not need updates, you can of course continue to use the corresponding extension.

#### Extend subscription

To continue receiving support and updates for extensions, book the relevant extensions as a monthly or annual rental option.

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**Tip**: The following article explains how to switch from an old purchase licence to a rental licence: [Switch to rental license](/knowledge-base/tutorials/shopware-account/switch-to-rental-license.md)
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**Note**: If you have any questions or problems regarding bookings/licenses/subscriptions, please contact Shopware directly, as we as the manufacturer cannot influence this. > [Shopware Support](https://docs.shopware.com/en/account-en/merchant-area/support)
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You can find more information on the topic of "licences" in the Shopware documentation:

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Shopware Extensions: Licences and Subscriptions - FAQ
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You can find additional information in the following article in the Shopware documentation:

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Plans and Licences
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