Do I Need to Pay for Subdomains? Domain Licensing Explained
Managing domain licenses is essential for compliance and billing. This article explains why both domains and subdomains require separate licenses due to their capability to independently place cookies and trackers. Subpages under these domains do not require separate licenses.
Why Domains and Subdomains Need Separate Licenses
Domains and subdomains are technically separate entities. Both can place cookies and trackers independently, which requires each to have its own license under privacy and billing policies.
What Counts as a Subpage and What Doesn’t
Subpages under a licensed domain or subdomain are covered by that license. For example:
- Domain: example.com — requires a license
- Subpage: example.com/subpage — covered by the domain license; no separate license needed
- Subdomain: subdomain.example.com — requires its own license
Where to Learn More
For more detailed information, see our extensive article on domain licensing.
Who Should Read This?
- Compliance teams managing cookie consent
- Website administrators handling multiple domains
- Marketers coordinating cross-domain campaigns
Common Questions
Q: Do all subdomains always require licenses?
A: Yes, because subdomains often place cookies and trackers independently of the main domain.
Q: Are test subdomains licensed differently?
A: Licensing depends on use and tracking presence; please consult SecurePrivacy support for guidance.