@jjcamilli As @basj points out, if you're existing Object Desktop Classic customer - even if your Object Desktop Classic is currently expired - the subscription model may not affect you as much as you think it might. If you're an existing Object Desktop Classic customer, and you opt for an "upgrade" which moves you to the subscription model, you can cancel that subscription before the yearly renewal and still use the
[quote who="sdrohan" reply="16" id="3910104"] I have edited that passage to try to be even more clear, please tell me if you agree that it is. If my Object Desktop subscription should lapse, will the products included in it continue to function? For the ‘Classic’ Object Desktop product, if the subscription lapses, the included software will continue to function at the versions that were available when the subscripti
[quote who="pingel" reply="4" id="3910504"] The problem here is that you get a shortcut to Chrome with some cryptic parameters and not a shortcut to the URL. That means you can't share the link with others, and you can't copy the link to your other computers, etc. Also, an issue if you have to upgrade your computer - i.e., a new laptop or complete OS refresh. You will have to regenerate those links from scratch again. [/quote] Hence why the solution posted is labeled "a w
There is a small workaround in Chrome to achieve your end goal. Three dots in upper right > More tools > Create Shortcut... You'll be presented with an option to rename the shortcut from the page default, and an option for "Open as window" which defaults to off. This will create a shortcut on the desktop, with the favicon used as the shortcut icon. With "Open as window" set to off, this shortcut will open as a tab - either in a current browser windo
[quote who="sdRohan" reply="52" id="3900682"] Yes, how is detailed here: https://support.stardock.com/space/SHC/1544388616#How-to-cancel-a-subscription [/quote] This URL is now incorrect. Or rather, it does not have the proper anchor, since the documentation has been changed since it was originally posted. Clicking this link does not lead to the correct p
[quote who="sdRohan" reply="39" id="3900442"] As noted, its not a 'big' difference, its the only difference[/quote] Which makes it a big difference. The two aren't mutually exclusive. [e digicons]B)[/e] But I get your point, Sean. Just trying to add a bit of levity. [quote who="Neil Banfield" reply="48" id="3900548"] I think whilst object desktop would go to auto renew, you are able to set it to do not renew aga
[quote who="RedneckDude" reply="29" id="3900370"] I have mostly moved to Mac, so I suppose it's goodbye Stardock once my subs expire. [/quote] [quote who="don5318" reply="30" id="3900371"] I agree Jim, I'm glad I'm done with skinning, I don't want no part of "auto-renewal" I'd like to decide my payment method, that's if I read the subject of this Forum correctly. I too will let my subscription lapse, as I am strictly a Mac person now. [e digicons]|-)[/e] <br
[quote who="Narusegawa Naru" reply="28" id="3900362"] One thing I would like to note is that I never got any kind of notice. Neither here nor in my email. I typically get emails about products (mostly ones I already own) but never saw one about the sub changes. I made sure all Stardock emails are whitelisted and I do check my junk folder often so I'm sure it wasn't just missed. [/quote] I also received no e-mail announcement regarding these changes. I have a Cl
@sdRohan As always, thank you for reply and follow-up. I think the updates to that document and the Stardock Software Subscriptions document have been immensely helpful. But, yes. I think there is a percentage of current Classic Subscription users - and it may even be a large percentage - who may want things defined just a bit more to cover the example I cited or similar situation
[quote who="DrJBHL" reply="24" id="3900326"] I believe you should be discussing this with sdRohan, not me. [/quote] My reply was not directed at you. It's directed at anyone and everyone. Apologies if that seemed confusing.
@DrJBHL While we appreciate the reply, that is literally the same link (provided originally by @sdRohan ) that I posted in this thread nearly two weeks ago: [quote who="mclab" reply="15" id="3899099"] https://support.stardock.com/space/SHC/1496285185/What+is+an+Object+Desktop+Subscription</a
I think @Narusegawa Naru raises a valid question. Perhaps an example might better serve to illustrate: Suppose one is currently on a Classic Subscription using the "old" billing model that does not have the new auto-renewal requirement. It's renewal date is sometime in September 2023. Question #1: For whatever reason, the Classic Subscription is not renewed before it lapses. In December 2023, one chooses to renew the now lapsed
You're most welcome.
@Neil Banfield and @BradSams Thank you both for your updates to this thread. Some of us were still quite confused on the changes that began June 1 prior to both of you posting here. Also, huge shoutout to @sdRohan whose efforts to update the documentation recently and further explain the changes are sincerely appreciated. For anyone still confused, I highly recommend reading BradSams's posts in this thread,
[quote who="SimplexDesigns" reply="7" id="3898991"] First time hearing about that subscription change. That is a big turn off to me. My sub ends this October so it looks like I will not be renewing my object desktop subscription. I don't even want to work on my current theme anymore due to just seeing that info...[/quote] The previously posted information was incorrect for Classic Subscription users. Please see the two replies from BradSams below: [quote who="Brad
[quote who="DrJBHL" reply="4" id="3897853"] ...and save them.[/quote] For "Classic Subscription" users, that was and still is sage advice.
[quote who="sdRohan" reply="3" id="3898590"] In the future, I would like to have you PM me directly. Please do not PM other staff.[/quote] I don't believe I have PM'ed any staff directly regarding this issue. I searched using the forum search function; and when no results were found, I did a domain restricted search on Google just to double check I was not missing something before creating a new thread in the most logical sub forum here I could find.<
Thank you for your reply! [quote who="LightStar" reply="1" id="3898548"] There is no option, but it would be nice to have. [/quote] Thank you also for your clarification. And yes, it would indeed. Strange it is not available.
Greetings. I have gone through all the obvious settings and options, and I confess I am unable to find an option/setting to get an e-mail when receiving a new Private Message or a reply to a Private Message? It could just be that I am not able to locate this option/setting. That is certainly one possibility. If someone could shed some light on how to enable this option, I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you.
[quote who="basj" reply="21" id="3897483"] Hello, Sorry to hear you are having issues. Please raise support ticket using the link below, use the "Ask a Question" option. Include all information details. Remember to record down the ticket number for future reference if needed. Do not raise multiple ticket, that will make your ticket back to the end of the line. Send once and wait. Ticket will be answer by the order they send in. <a href="https://stardock.atlassian.net/s
[quote who="basj" reply="16" id="3896965"] 1. Yes, you should be able to activate it even your subscription expired. Should just work like non subscription base product. 2. Yes, you should still be able to do activation management. 3. Yes, that should still work.[/quote] Many thanks for the point by point reply. Does this reply constitute official Stardock policy? Only asking as the "Stardock Community Assistant" may not be an official Stardock em
[quote who="Jafo" reply="7" id="3893149"] During the period of a Subscription any installers remain available as they are updated. However, you MUST download any installers you wish to continue to use in future as the end of the subscription means the end of access to them. [/quote] [quote who="basj" reply="4" id="3893146"]If you purchase product via Object Desktop package. It is subscription base, but the product will continue to work beyond your subscription exp
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