Buy Windows Server 2019 Downgrade Rights – Run older versions legally with a current license

The Windows Server 2019 Downgrade Rights Package is the ideal solution for companies that need a legally compliant Windows Server 2019 license but, for technical or organizational reasons, must continue to run an older version of Windows Server. With this package, you receive a full Windows Server 2019 license, including downgrade rights and a media kit—allowing you to legally install and run Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2012 R2, or older versions. At Lizenzindustrie, you’ll receive your package immediately via email—verified, legally compliant, and at an affordable price.

Note: If you’re looking for the latest license with the longest support period and the most future-proof downgrade option, we recommend the Windows Server 2022 Downgrade Rights Package—it also entitles you to downgrade to Windows Server 2019, 2016, and older versions and offers a longer support period.

What’s included in the Windows Server 2019 Downgrade Right Package?

The package combines everything needed to legally run an older version of Windows Server under a Windows Server 2019 license:

Windows Server 2019 License – the full, perpetual license for Windows Server 2019 in the selected edition (Standard or Datacenter). This license entitles you to install both Windows Server 2019 and—through the included downgrade right—older versions.
Downgrade right—the contractually guaranteed right to install and run an older version of the same edition instead of Windows Server 2019.
Media Kit—the installation media for the desired older Windows Server version. Since Microsoft does not provide free installation media for older versions as part of the downgrade right, our package includes the corresponding Media Kit for the target version.

Which Windows Server versions can I downgrade to?

With the Windows Server 2019 downgrade right, you can legally install and run the following older versions:

✔ Windows Server 2016 – Standard or Datacenter (depending on the edition purchased)
✔ Windows Server 2012 R2 – Standard or Datacenter
✔ Windows Server 2012 – Standard or Datacenter
✔ Windows Server 2008 R2 and older versions
✗ Windows Server 2022 – a Windows Server 2022 license is required to run Windows Server 2022

The downgrade right always applies within the same edition. A Windows Server 2019 Standard license entitles you to downgrade to Windows Server 2016 Standard—not to Windows Server 2016 Datacenter.

Who is the Windows Server 2019 Downgrade Right Package the right choice for?

Compatibility requirements: Companies that run applications certified for Windows Server 2016 or 2012 R2 but require a current Windows Server 2019 license. With the Downgrade Rights Package, you purchase the up-to-date license and legally run the older, certified version.

Migration projects: IT departments that are migrating to Windows Server 2019 in phases. During the migration, all new server licenses can already be procured at the Windows Server 2019 level, while the actual installations are still running on the older version.

Hardware compatibility: Older hardware for which fully compatible Windows Server 2019 drivers are not yet available can be run with a compatible older version of Windows Server—with the license already at the Windows Server 2019 level.

Downgrade Rights—The Most Important Rules at a Glance

Same Edition: Standard remains Standard; Datacenter remains Datacenter.
Downward only: The downgrade right applies exclusively to older versions.
One installation: A license entitles you to one installation—either the current version or an older version via the downgrade right.
CALs still required: All users and devices still require valid Windows Server CALs for access—at least matching the actually installed (downgraded) version.

Windows Server 2019 Downgrade Rights Package – Editions at a Glance

Windows Server 2019 Standard – Downgrade Rights & Media Kit
For physical servers with little or no virtualization (up to two VMs). Entitles you to downgrade to Windows Server 2016 Standard, 2012 R2 Standard, and older Standard versions.
Windows Server 2019 Datacenter – Downgrade Rights & Media Kit
For highly virtualized environments with an unlimited number of VMs. Entitles you to downgrade to Windows Server 2016 Datacenter, 2012 R2 Datacenter, and older Datacenter versions.

How to Purchase from Lizenzindustrie

Purchasing a Windows Server 2019 Downgrade Entitlement package from Lizenzindustrie is incredibly simple. Select an edition, add it to your cart, and complete the purchase—you’ll receive your license and Media Kit immediately and automatically via email. No waiting, no physical shipping.

✔ B Immediate deliveryB of the license and media kit via email
✔ B Verified licensesB – 100% activatable via Microsoft servers
✔ B Affordable pricesB – significantly below the official list price
✔ B Standard & DatacenterB – both editions available
✔ B Legally compliantB – fully in accordance with Microsoft’s licensing terms
✔ B Permanent useB – one-time purchase, no subscription
✔ Fast support – we’ll help you immediately with any licensing questions

Questions about the downgrade right or the correct edition? Contact us—we’ll advise you for free and directly.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Windows Server 2019 Downgrade Right

Can I run Windows Server 2016 with the Windows Server 2019 downgrade right?

Yes. The Windows Server 2019 downgrade right entitles you to install and run Windows Server 2016 in the same edition. The Media Kit for Windows Server 2016 is included in our package.

Do I still need CALs if I use the downgrade right?

Yes. Even when running a downgraded version, all users and devices accessing the server require valid Windows Server CALs. A Windows Server 2019 CAL also covers older versions and is therefore the recommended choice.

Can I upgrade to Windows Server 2019 later?

Yes. Since you already own a Windows Server 2019 license, you can upgrade to Windows Server 2019 at any time—without having to purchase a new license. You install Windows Server 2019 and activate it using the same license key.

Does the downgrade right also apply to virtual machines?

Yes. The downgrade right applies to both physical servers and virtual machines—within the scope of the respective virtualization rights of the selected edition.

What is the difference between this and the Windows Server 2022 Downgrade Rights Package?

The Windows Server 2022 Downgrade Rights Package offers an extended support period through October 2034 and also entitles you to downgrade to Windows Server 2019. For new investments with a long-term perspective, we recommend the Windows Server 2022 package.

How quickly will I receive my package?

Immediately after purchase—the license key and media kit are automatically delivered via email.

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