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What are Annual/Monthly Plans?

  • These plans allow you to use Clip Studio Paint on whatever device you own, whenever you need it.
  • While your plan is active, you can access all the latest features in Clip Studio Paint.
  • Select the device you want to use, such as tablet or computer, number of devices, and payment method
  • We offer both monthly and annual payment plans. An annual payment plan can save you up to 7 months of payments compared to a monthly payment plan.
    • Devices
      Windows / macOS / iPad / iPhone / Galaxy / Android
    • See here for annual/monthly plan terms.
    • Plan list
  • You will need to register for a Clip Studio account. Registration is free.
    Anyone with a Clip Studio account, regardless of plan type, gets 10 GB of cloud storage. Use it to store your materials and artwork.

    Sign up

  • First-time users can get up to 6 months free. For up to 6 months free, install the latest version of Clip Studio Paint on your preferred device and apply through the app.

    • How to purchase an annual/monthly plan

    • ● Clip Studio Paint Ver. 3.0 and later users

      1. iPad / Tablets

        After launching the app, tap the icon in the upper right in Clip Studio Start and then “Get Clip Studio Paint”. Follow the instructions on the screen to sign up.

      2. Windows / macOS

        After launching Clip Studio Start, tap the icon in the upper right and then “Get Clip Studio Paint”. Follow the instructions on the screen to sign up.

      3. iPhone / Smartphones

        After launching the app, tap the icon in the upper right in Clip Studio Start and then “Get Clip Studio Paint”. Follow the instructions on the screen to sign up.

    • ● Clip Studio Paint Ver. 1 and Ver. 2.0 users

      1. After launching Clip Studio, select “Get Clip Studio Paint” from the left menu and follow the instructions on the screen to sign up.

    • ● Galaxy

      1. Please follow the instructions on the screen to apply via the Galaxy Store.

    • ● Android / Chromebook

      1. Please follow the instructions on the screen to purchase via the Google Play Store.

    Note: The free offer of up to 6 months usage is not applicable in the following cases:
    ● Smartphone plan
    ● Ordering a plan via browser
    ● If you have already used the six-month trial for Clip Studio Paint EX (iPad/Galaxy)

Plan list

  • Regular Plans

    Clip Studio Paint EX
    Plans Amount of devices Monthly payment Annual payment
    Single-device plan One device (Windows / macOS / iPad / iPhone / Galaxy / Android / Chromebook) US$8.99 US$76.99
    (Saving you 3 months of payment)
    Dual-device plan Up to two devices (Windows / macOS / iPad / iPhone / Galaxy / Android / Chromebook) US$12.49 US$103.99
    (Saving you 3 months of payment)
    Premium plan Up to four devices (Windows / macOS / iPad / iPhone / Galaxy / Android / Chromebook) US$14.99 US$119.99
    (Saving you 3 months of payment)
    Smartphone plan One smartphone device (iPhone / Galaxy / Android) US$2.49 US$16.99
    (Saving you 5 months of payment)
    Clip Studio Paint PRO
    Plans Amount of devices Monthly payment Annual payment
    Single-device plan One device (Windows / macOS / iPad / iPhone / Galaxy / Android / Chromebook) US$4.49 US$26.99
    (Saving you 5 months of payment)
    Dual-device plan Up to two devices (Windows / macOS / iPad / iPhone / Galaxy / Android / Chromebook) US$7.49 US$35.99 (Saving you 7 months of payment)
    Premium plan Up to four devices (Windows / macOS / iPad / iPhone / Galaxy / Android / Chromebook) US$8.99 US$54.99
    (Saving you 5 months of payment)
    Smartphone plan One smartphone device (iPhone / Galaxy / Android) US$0.99 US$6.49
    (Saving you 5 months of payment)

    Note: If you are using a single iPhone, you can alternatively use the smartphone plan.

    Note: If you would like to take advantage of pen-pressure using DeX mode, please sign up for any plan other than the smartphone plan

    > Plan Options

  • Discounted plan from Clip Studio Paint perpetual license

    If you already have a Clip Studio Paint perpetual license, you can take advantage of a special rate when starting an annual/monthly plan once per license.

    Clip Studio Paint EX/PRO users can get a special rate on an annual or monthly plan

Clip Studio DEBUT

  • Enter your activation code to use the app for free
  • The activation code you enter will determine your plan's expiration date and the number of devices you can use the app on.
  • You can extend the expiration date by entering a valid activation code. However, please note that no other changes can be made to your plan.
  • Your plan will be automatically canceled when the expiration date is reached.
  • The number of devices you can have on your plan is the same as for Clip Studio Paint PRO and EX.
  • If you have an activation code for a Clip Studio Paint DEBUT perpetual license, you can sign up for EX or PRO at a discounted price. For more details, please see here.
  • For more details on the differences between Clip Studio Paint DEBUT, PRO, and EX, please see here.

About activation codes

  • Activation Code Usage

    With an annual/monthly plan you can use an activation code to pay for a new or existing plan without having to register a credit card.

    Activation codes cannot be used when ordering annual/monthly plans from stores other than the Clip Studio Store (https://ec.clip-studio.com/), including the Apple App Store, the Galaxy Store, and the Google Play Store. Activation codes are available for purchase on the EC website, at retail outlets, and by other methods.

What is the perpetual version?

  • Pay once and have it forever.
  • Use the purchased version’s features forever without any additional fees.
  • You can use the latest features by signing up for the Update Pass.
  • Windows / macOS
Clip Studio Paint EX
Ver. 4.0 perpetual version (one-time purchase) US$258.00
Clip Studio Paint PRO
Ver. 4.0 perpetual version (one-time purchase) US$58.50

What is the Update Pass?

  • It’s the best deal to access the latest version with the perpetual license.
  • Ver. 1, Ver. 2.0, and Ver. 3.0 Clip Studio Paint perpetual one-time purchase users can access new feature updates by signing up for the Update Pass for a year.
  • First-time users get one month free.
  • With the Update Pass, you can also apply to increase your cloud storage capacity to 100 GB or 300 GB.
  • You can continue to use your perpetual license version even if you end your subscription.
  • Windows / macOS
Clip Studio Paint EX
Update Pass US$31.99
Clip Studio Paint PRO
Update Pass US$10.99

  • Using a plan

    1. Go to My Plans and choose “Latest update” from your current license.
    2. Select the plan that fits you and follow the instructions for signing up in “See details” to purchase the plan.
    3. Once you have signed up for it, launch Clip Studio Paint Ver. 2 or above on your preferred device and select or enter your license or activation code.
  • Canceling your Update Pass
    Please refer to Requesting Cancellation.

Changing maximum cloud storage capacity

  • Annual/monthly subscribers and Update Pass users can purchase additional cloud storage with a plan.
  • Clip Studio Those with a Clip Studio Paint perpetual license may change their maximum cloud storage capacity by getting the Update Pass.
  • Change your cloud storage capacity with one sign-up regardless of what device or OS you’re using.
  • You can choose between 100GB and 300GB.
  • We offer both monthly and discounted annual payment plans.

Note: Those who have already been granted the 100GB maximum cloud storage capacity cannot apply for the 100GB plan, but may apply for the 300GB plan.


Plans Monthly payment Annual payment
100GB maximum cloud storage capacity US$2.99 US$29.90 (save two months)
300GB maximum cloud storage capacity US$7.49 US$74.90 (save two months)

    Using a plan

    1. From Plan Options, select “Change your cloud storage max capacity” and then “Subscribe”.
    2. Select the capacity plan that fits you and follow the instructions for signing up.
  • Windows / macOS

    • You may also sign up from “Add cloud storage” the Cloud screen in Clip Studio.

  • iPad (tablet) / Galaxy (tablet) / Android (tablet)

    • Clip Studio You may also sign up from Clip Studio account > Cloud Settings > How to use the cloud and how to increase cloud storage capacity > Change or check your cloud storage here.

  • iPhone / Galaxy (smartphone) / Android (smartphone)

    • Clip Studio You may also sign up from Clip Studio account > Cloud Settings > How to use the Cloud and how to increase maximum cloud capacity > Change or check your cloud storage here.

  • A difference in the payment amount may occur when requesting certain types of plan changes, such as changing the maximum cloud capacity, which will be charged at the time of plan change. The difference is calculated on a pro-rated basis per second, comparing the payment amount for the current plan with that of the new plan. Please see the following examples to help you understand how the differences are calculated.
  • Payment amount from plan change
  • Canceling your maximum cloud storage capacity
    Please refer to Requesting Cancellation.

Manage Plan

  • Change Plan

    • When purchasing from the App Store

      After launching the app, tap the icon in the upper right in Clip Studio Start and then “Get Clip Studio Paint” to change your plan.

      ● iPhone

      ● iPad

      Note: Depending on the nature of the plan change, the usage period of the new plan may differ.
      Also, if the price plan change results in a negative amount, then the negative amount will be granted as a free use period for the new plan.
      Please check all the details displayed carefully before requesting a plan change.

    • When purchasing from the Galaxy Store

      From the Galaxy Store, follow the on-screen instructions to cancel your current plan.
      and sign up for a new plan.

    • When purchasing from the Google Play Store

      From the Google Play Store, follow the on-screen instructions to cancel your current plan
      and sign up for a new plan.

    • In other cases

      The following does not apply for the App Store, Galaxy Store, or Google Play Store. If you are signing up through one of these stores, please refer to the guide above.

      • You can change aspects of your current plan including the software grade from PRO to EX, the number of devices and your payment schedule from monthly to annually. If you are interested, please sign up through the Manage Monthly Plans screen.
      • You can start using your new plan immediately after the payment difference from the plan change has been paid for.
      • Once you have requested a plan change, you will not be able to request further changes to the same plan for 24 hours.
      • You cannot change your plan until the payment difference from the initial plan change has been paid for.

      • A difference in the payment amount may occur when requesting certain types of plan changes, such as increasing the number of devices, which will be charged at the time of plan change. The difference is calculated on a pro-rated basis per second, comparing the payment amount for the current plan with that of the new plan. Please see the following examples to help you understand how the differences are calculated.

      • Payment amount from plan change

        Plan change example:
        Current Plan: Clip Studio Paint PRO Single-device plan (monthly payment)
        New Plan: Clip Studio Paint PRO Dual-device plan (monthly payment)

        Difference calculation example 1:
        For example, let's say you sign up for a monthly PRO Single-device plan on April 1, with the 1st of the month as your regular payment date, but on April 5 you want to change to a monthly PRO Dual-device plan.

        In this case, your plan will immediately convert to the monthly PRO Dual-device plan on April 5, but you will be required to pay the difference in monthly payment amounts for the period between April 5 and 30 up front.

        • Clip Studio Paint PRO Dual-device plan charge (monthly)
          US$7.49
        • Clip Studio Paint PRO Single-device plan charge (monthly)
          US$4.49
        • Amount charged at the time of plan change
          (US$7.49 - US$4.49) x 26 (No. of days between Apr 5 - April 30) /30 (No. of days in Apr)
          US$2.60(rounded down)
        • Payment amount for May 1 (next regular payment date)
          US$7.49

        Difference calculation example 2:
        For example, let's say you sign up for a monthly PRO Single-device plan on April 1, with the 1st of the month as your regular payment date, but on April 25 you want to change to a monthly PRO Dual-device plan.

        If the plan is changed within 25 days of the next scheduled payment date, then you will need to pay for the difference between plans calculated on a pro-rated basis by the second and the initial payment of the new plan together.

        In this case, your plan will immediately convert to the monthly PRO Dual-device plan on April 25, and you will be required to pay the difference in monthly payment amounts as well as the first monthly payment (May 1 to May 31) of the new plan together. Due to this, your next regular payment date will be on June 1.

        • Clip Studio Paint PRO Dual-device plan charge (monthly)
          US$7.49
        • Clip Studio Paint PRO Single-device plan charge (monthly)
          US$4.49
        • Amount charged at the time of plan change
          (US$7.49-US$4.49) × 6 (No. of days between April 25 to May 1)/30(No. of days in Apr)
          US$0.60 + US$7.49 (new plan charge for May 1 - May 31)
          US$8.09
        • Payment amount for June 1 (next regular payment date)
          US$7.49

      • If the payment amount decreases due to a plan change, then the difference between the amount paid before the change will be granted as a free use period. The final date for the allotted free use period will become the new regular payment date. Please refer to the following example for how the free use period is calculated and regular payment date changes.

        Free use period and regular payment date change due to plan change

      • Free use period and regular payment date change due to plan change

        Plan change example:
        Current Plan: Clip Studio Paint PRO Dual-device plan (monthly payment)
        New Plan: Clip Studio Paint PRO Single-device plan (monthly payment)

        Free use period calculation example:
        For example, let's say you sign up for a monthly PRO Dual-device plan on April 1, with the 1st of the month as your regular payment date, but on April 8 you want to change to a monthly PRO Single-device plan.

        In this case, your plan change results in a negative amount, so 39 days will be granted to you as a free use period. Therefore, you will be able to use your PRO Single-device plan for free from April 8 to May 16 and you will be charged for your new plan on May 17.

        • Clip Studio Paint PRO Single-device plan charge (monthly)
          US$4.49
        • Clip Studio Paint PRO Dual-device plan charge (monthly)
          US$7.49
        • Calculation of free use period due to plan change
          (US$7.49 / 31 days * 23 days) / (US$4.49 / 31 days) = 39 days (rounded up)
          Free use period
          April 8 to May 16 (39 days)
        • Next regular payment date and payment amount
          Pay US$4.49 every month on the 17th after May 17
        • Plan changes cannot be made during a free use period that was granted due to a plan change.

Available devices

  • Change your device

    If you subscribe to a single device plan, a dual device plan, or a premium plan, you can change the Windows / macOS / iPad / iPhone / Galaxy / Android / Chromebook device(s) you use Clip Studio Paint on even after you have begun using it. There is an upper limit on the number of changes that can be made.

    • Procedure

      1. Install the latest version of Clip Studio Paint

        Download Clip Studio Paint >

      2. 2-1. When changing to iPad

        Tap the Clip Studio Paint’s P logo menu in Studio Mode > Review/Change License > Deactivate and launch on this device

      3. 2-2. When changing to a Galaxy tablet, Android tablet, or a Chromebook

        Tap the Clip Studio Paint’s P logo menu in Studio Mode > Review/Change License > Deactivate and launch on this device

      4. 2-3. When changing to Windows

        Click the Help menu > Review/Change License > Deactivate and launch on this device

      5. 2-4. When changing to macOS

        Click the CLIP STUDIO PAINT menu > Review/Change License > Deactivate and launch on this device

      6. 2-5. When changing to an iPhone, a Galaxy smartphone, or an Android smartphone

        1. Clip Studio Paint ≡ menu in Studio Mode

        2. App Settings

        3. Select Review/Change License > Deactivate and launch on this device

For Samsung Galaxy or Android users

  • A plan for your preferred tablet or smartphone.
  • If you want to use an external device with a pressure pen such as Wacom One in DeX mode, please register for a plan other than the Smartphone Plan.

Payment

  • When purchasing from the App Store

    • You can use the payment method linked to your Apple ID for payment.
    • For changes to payment methods, please see the App Store.

  • When purchasing from the Galaxy Store

    • If you would like to change your payment method, please do so on the Galaxy Store.

  • When purchasing from the Google Play Store

    • For changes to payment methods, please see the Google Play Store.

  • In other cases

    • You can pay with a credit card, PayPal, or GOLD.
    • Please see the following page to see all purchase options.
      Note: Payment methods available differ between products.
    • The credit card used for payment can be changed from the My Plans screen.
  • Your contract will be automatically renewed.
    Payments are made on a fixed date according to your plan.
    You can check your plan’s payment schedule and payment status from the My Plans screen.
  • No refunds or changes to the plan can be made once your order is complete.

Requesting Cancellation

  • When purchasing from the App Store

    • Please cancel your plan from the App Store.

  • When purchasing from the Galaxy Store

    • Please cancel your plan through the Galaxy Store.

  • When purchasing from the Google Play Store

    • Please cancel your plan via the Google Play Store.

  • In other cases

  • Plans cannot be immediately canceled. When you cancel a plan, the cancellation will occur from your next scheduled payment date.
  • You will be able to use Clip Studio Paint until your next scheduled payment/cancellation date.
  • Cancellation requests can be undone.
  • If your final payment is not made by the scheduled payment date due to insufficient balance or other reasons, your plan will be canceled.

Annual/Monthly plan bonus

New users who sign up for a monthly/annual plan get the following bonuses:

  • (Limited-time only) First-time users can get Clippy to buy materials
  • Your Clippy that can be used to purchase materials will not expire while subscribed
  • Get :link while subscribed
  • Get 10GB of cloud data for your projects and materials
  • Option to :link while subscribed

* Only applicable for users who subscribed from this website or the Clip Studio app. Users who subscribed through other app stores (App Store, Google Play, Galaxy Store) are not eligible.

Support

  • If you have any other questions, please contact us from here.

    > Clip Studio Support

    Note: Please inform us of your order number when you make an inquiry. Find your order number under My Plans.