Frequently asked questions

Q: Can I use amCharts for free?
A: Yes, the only limitation of the free version is that a small link to this web site will be displayed in the top left corner of your charts.

Q: What version of the Flash player is required for viewing amCharts?
A: Flash Player 8 or higher.

Q: Will I be able to use amCharts without a link to this web site after I buy a license?
A: Yes, the link is displayed only in free versions of amCharts.

Q: Will I receive the source code if I purchase a commercial license?
A: The source codes are provided for Developer license buyers.

Q: What are the main rules for the usage of the sources?
A:
1) You can't distribute sources or make them publicly available in any way.
2) You can use sources to create modifications of the products, but not to create new products and distribute them.
3) The sources are provided as they are, without any guarantee that you will understand them.
4) No free support on the topics about sources is provided.

Q: What Web server do I need to run amCharts?
A: AmCharts are platform-independent, and require only a browser and the Flash player. You can run amCharts even on your computer, without a Web server (although some advanced functions might not work offline).

Q: Can I generate data dynamically?
A: Yes, you can. You can write your own PHP, ASP or other scripts, which will generate XML or CSV content from your data. In case your work with ASP.NET v.2 or higher we have a set of specialized controls to ease this task.

Q: What are ASP.NET controls for?
A: ASP.NET controls is an optional extention of amCharts which will make using of them easier with ASP.NET. You can still use amCharts with ASP.NET without this extention.

Q: Can you help me integrate amCharts / do customizations according to my needs?
A: Yes. We have already helped numerous customers to integrate, configure and modify amCharts according to their needs. Please forward your request to custom@amcharts.com and let us handle them for you.

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