Overview and Key Features:
The Licensed Software Office (LSO) negotiates and manages software license agreements to reduce costs for the University. Software is available for purchase by U of T students, faculty, and staff, though access varies depending on each vendor’s licensing terms.
Getting Started:
How to Purchase Software:
Software can be purchased online through the following methods:
- software.utoronto.ca – Personal or lab purchases using a credit card
- uSOURCE – Departmental purchases using an FIS account
Off-Campus Access Requirement:
To access software.utoronto.ca when off campus, users must connect through UTORvpn
Get Help:
For questions about purchasing or licensing:
Email: lic.software@utoronto.ca
Phone: 416-978-4990