Buy Microsoft Visual Studio 2015 – Licenses for legacy development environments & older projects

Microsoft Visual Studio 2015 is no longer officially supported by Microsoft—support was discontinued in 2025. Nevertheless, there is still a clear need for Visual Studio 2015 licenses: companies with existing development infrastructures standardized on Visual Studio 2015, development teams maintaining legacy projects with specific framework dependencies, and IT departments operating existing build pipelines and CI/CD systems with Visual Studio 2015. At Lizenzindustrie, you can purchase Visual Studio 2015 as a verified license—delivered immediately via email at an affordable price.

Important Note: Since Microsoft no longer provides security updates for Visual Studio 2015, we recommend using it exclusively in secure development environments. For new projects and active development, we recommend at least Visual Studio 2019 or Visual Studio 2022.

For whom is Visual Studio 2015 still relevant today?

Demand for Visual Studio 2015 today comes almost exclusively from specialized development environments with clearly defined requirements.

Many companies operate legacy applications based on older .NET versions or Windows Runtime frameworks that are no longer fully supported in newer versions of Visual Studio. For the maintenance, debugging, and further development of such applications, Visual Studio 2015 is the compatible and reliable choice—upgrading the entire development environment would not be economically viable or would involve considerable technical effort.

Similarly, there are companies that operate build servers and CI/CD pipelines based on Visual Studio 2015 Build Tools. Switching to a newer version would mean adapting hundreds of build scripts and migrating dependencies—an effort that many teams cannot or do not want to undertake in ongoing projects.

IT service providers and software maintenance teams that support customer projects from the Visual Studio 2015 era occasionally need replacement licenses for development machines—and can find the right license directly at Lizenzindustrie.

What did Visual Studio 2015 introduce?

Visual Studio 2015 was a significant step forward at the time of its release—and introduced features that have had a lasting impact on software development in the Microsoft ecosystem.

Cross-platform development was seriously addressed for the first time in Visual Studio 2015: tools for iOS and Android development with Xamarin, Apache Cordova for hybrid mobile apps, and the first steps toward cross-platform .NET development with .NET Core were introduced. For many teams, Visual Studio 2015 marked their entry into the world of cross-platform development.

Roslyn—the new .NET compiler—was fully integrated into Visual Studio 2015, enabling a significantly faster and more accurate IntelliSense experience and laying the foundation for code analyzers and refactoring tools that are now taken for granted. The revamped debugger, featuring inline variable display directly within the code, and the improved diagnostic tools for performance profiling were further highlights of this release.

Visual Studio 2015 Editions at a Glance

• Visual Studio 2015 Professional
• The Professional Edition for professional developers with no restrictions on commercial use. Includes the full range of IDE features—IntelliSense with the Roslyn backend, a full-featured debugger, all designer tools, and the first complete cross-platform support. For developers in existing Visual Studio 2015 environments who need a replacement or extension license.
• Visual Studio 2015 Enterprise
• The full Enterprise Edition with advanced testing tools, Code Map for visual code analysis, IntelliTest for automatically generated tests, and comprehensive architecture validation tools. For large development teams in existing Visual Studio 2015 Enterprise infrastructures.

Prefer to upgrade to a newer version?

If your development environment allows for an upgrade and there are no compelling technical reasons to stick with Visual Studio 2015, we recommend switching to a more modern version:

• Visual Studio 2019 – Improved Git integration, IntelliCode, a more modern user interface, and active Microsoft support through April 2029. The most affordable way to get started with a Visual Studio version that’s still supported.
• Visual Studio 2022 – The most recommended version: native 64-bit, significantly better for large projects, GitHub Copilot integration, and the best value for money of all current versions.
• Visual Studio 2026 – The latest version with the deepest AI integration and the longest support period.

Not sure which option is right for your situation? Contact us—we’ll help you make a decision for free and without any hassle.

System requirements for Visual Studio 2015

• Operating system: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, or later (Windows 11 is not officially supported, but it still works)
• Processor: At least 1.6 GHz dual-core
• RAM: At least 1 GB RAM (4 GB recommended)
• Storage: At least 20 GB of free disk space
• Screen resolution: At least 1024 × 768 pixels
• Internet connection: Required for activation

How to buy from Lizenzindustrie

Buying a Visual Studio 2015 license from Lizenzindustrie is quick and easy. Select an edition, add it to your cart, complete the purchase—you’ll receive your license key immediately via email. No waiting, no physical shipping. Activation takes place directly through the official Microsoft servers.

• ✔ Instant delivery of the license key via email
• ✔ Verified licenses – 100% activatable via Microsoft servers
• ✔ Affordable prices – significantly below the former list price
• ✔ Permanent use – one-time purchase, no subscription
• ✔ Legally compliant – verified licenses from EU retailers
• ✔ Fast support – we’ll help you immediately with any activation questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Microsoft Visual Studio 2015

Is Visual Studio 2015 still supported by Microsoft?

No. Microsoft has discontinued support for Visual Studio 2015. Security updates and bug fixes are no longer provided. For active development projects, we strongly recommend switching to Visual Studio 2019 or Visual Studio 2022.

Does Visual Studio 2015 run on Windows 11?

Visual Studio 2015 is not officially supported on Windows 11. In practice, compatibility issues may arise on Windows 11. For Windows 11 systems, we recommend at least Visual Studio 2019.

What is the difference between Visual Studio 2015 Professional and Enterprise?

Visual Studio 2015 Professional includes the full range of IDE features for professional developers. Visual Studio 2015 Enterprise adds advanced testing tools, Code Map, IntelliTest, and architecture validation tools. For large teams with quality assurance requirements, Enterprise is the right choice.

Can I open projects from Visual Studio 2015 in Visual Studio 2022?

Yes. Visual Studio 2022 is backward compatible with projects from Visual Studio 2015. Depending on the project types and frameworks used, you may need to convert or adapt the project files—especially for older Xamarin or Universal Windows projects.

How quickly will I receive my license key?

Immediately after purchase—your activation key will be sent automatically via email. Activation via the official Microsoft servers then takes only a few minutes.