Licensing

Licensing requirements

Adobe Commerce drop-ins are available exclusively to customers with active Adobe Commerce as a Cloud Service (ACCS) or Adobe Commerce Optimizer (ACO) licenses. This page provides information about licensing requirements, how to access drop-ins, and what you need to know about versioning.

Eligibility criteria

To access and use Adobe Commerce drop-ins, you must have one of the following:

Adobe Commerce as a Cloud Service license
Adobe Commerce Optimizer license

Drop-ins are not available for other Adobe Commerce deployment types or standalone usage.

How to access drop-ins

Once you have confirmed your eligibility, you can access Adobe Commerce drop-ins through the following channels:

NPM Registry - All drop-ins are published to npm under the @dropins scope. You can install them using standard package managers:
```
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npm install @dropins/storefront-cart
```
GitHub Repositories - Source code and documentation are available in the Adobe Commerce GitHub organization .
Documentation - Complete implementation guides and API references are available in this Adobe Commerce Storefront documentation.

Prerequisites

Before implementing drop-ins in your storefront, ensure that you have:

An active Adobe Commerce as a Cloud Service or Adobe Commerce Optimizer license
The Storefront Compatibility Package installed on your Adobe Commerce backend
A modern JavaScript development environment
Familiarity with Adobe Commerce APIs and storefront development

Versioning and updates

Version 3.0.0 for B2C drop-ins

All existing B2C drop-ins (Cart, Checkout, Product Details, and so on) are being updated to version 3.0.0 to include the updated license agreement. This version introduces:

Updated license terms (effective December 8, 2025)
No breaking changes to functionality
Continued support for all existing features and integrations

Version 1.0.0 for B2B drop-ins

B2B drop-ins (Purchase Order, Company Management, Quote Management, etc.) are launching with version 1.0.0 beta, which includes:

The new license agreement from inception
Full B2B commerce capabilities
Integration with B2C drop-ins where applicable

Impact on existing implementations

If you have already implemented drop-ins in your storefront:

No disruption to current deployments

Existing implementations continue to work - Sites using version 2.x of drop-ins will continue to function without interruption.
No forced upgrades - You can upgrade to version 3.0.0 on your own schedule.
Backward compatibility - The API surface remains consistent between version 2.x and 3.0.0.

Migration path

When you are ready to upgrade to the latest version:

Review the license agreement to understand the updated terms.
Update your package dependencies to version 3.0.0 or higher.
Test your implementation in a development environment.
Deploy the updates following your standard release process.

License agreement

All drop-ins are governed by the Adobe Commerce Drop-in License Agreement. The agreement includes:

Terms for Adobe Commerce customers (ACCS/ACO license holders)
Terms for developers creating solutions with drop-ins
Usage restrictions and requirements
Intellectual property and confidentiality provisions

View the complete Adobe Commerce Drop-in License Agreement.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use drop-ins without an ACCS or ACO license?

No. Drop-ins are licensed exclusively for use with Adobe Commerce as a Cloud Service and Adobe Commerce Optimizer. They are not available for other deployment types or standalone usage.

Do I need to reinstall or reconfigure my implementation?

No. Upgrading from version 2.x to version 3.0.0 requires only updating your package dependencies. The API surface and integration patterns remain consistent.

Where can I get help with licensing questions?

For licensing questions or concerns, contact your Adobe account representative or Adobe Customer Support. For technical implementation questions, refer to the documentation on this site.