How do I know if I need to upgrade my license?

To check if you need to upgrade your Lifetime license, open Luminar Neo and review the tools available in your Сatalog.

1. If you see this screen:

   

This indicates that your current license does not include access to the Pro Tools or Generative Tools.

To unlock these tools, you can either switch to a Subscription Plan or purchase the Upgrade Pass.

You can check all available offers for you here:

Big Fall Upgrade 2024 - Luminar Neo Photo Editor

What is the Upgrade Pass?

With the one-time Upgrade Pass, you'll receive:

• all the features and improvements released in the Fall Upgrade 2024 & the Spring Update 2025.

• all the 8 pro-level tools (HDR merge, Focus Stacking, Upscale, Panorama, Supersharp, Noiseless, Magic Light, Background Removal) to keep forever.

• access to 3 Generative tools (GenErase, GenSwap and GenExpand) until January 1, 2026.

1. If you see this screen:

   

This indicates that you have access to the Pro Tools, but Generative Tools are not included in your Lifetime License.

To use Generative Tools, consider upgrading to a Subscription or purchasing the Upgrade Pass.

You can check all available offers for you here:

Big Fall Upgrade 2024 - Luminar Neo Photo Editor

1. If you see this screen:

This means you can access Generative Tools, but Pro Tools are not included in your plan. To unlock the Pro Tools, you can either get the Subscription or purchase the Upgrade Pass.

You can check all available offers for you here:

Big Fall Upgrade 2024 - Luminar Neo Photo Editor

You can always check the availability of Upgrade Pass 2024/25 or Creative Journey Pass 2023/24 directly in your Skylum account -> My Software. Check the active duration under your Lifetime license.