Graphisoft provides several official paths for users to access Archicad without a commercial investment:

: Verified students and teachers can receive a fully functional education version for free. This license is valid for one year and can be renewed annually until the end of your studies.

To get a free serial number for older versions like Archicad 22, follow these steps through the MyArchicad platform:

Free architectural design software — Archicad download & registration

: For those exploring the software for professional use, Graphisoft offers a 30-day trial. This version allows for full modeling and saves files that can later be opened with a commercial license.