Questions about applications that you can buy in Ubuntu Software Center, including how to make your application for sale there.
Questions tagged [paid-applications]
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What is the process for getting paid apps into the Ubuntu Software Center?
What is the process for getting paid apps into the Ubuntu Software Center?
trampster
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Is there animation software available?
Is there commercial-grade computer animation software available for Ubuntu, similar to the professional software sold for the Windows operating system?
This question goes out to those of you who may be using such software professionally. My…
Robert Low
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How is tax handled for purchases from the Ubuntu Software Centre?
I've just created an account to submit an application to the Ubuntu Software Centre and the agreement says: "You are responsible for determining applicable taxes in connection with distributing your App, and you shall pay applicable taxes to the…
Nicu
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How to get rid of an apt "Get more security updates through Ubuntu Pro with 'esm-apps' enabled" message on upgrade?
When upgrading system with sudo apt upgrade I'm getting the following message:
(..)
Get more security updates through Ubuntu Pro with 'esm-apps' enabled:
(..)
I know it's a paid service that can be used by up to 5 hosts/systems for free if it's for…
sobi3ch
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Why do some commercial apps have a section called 'also requires' and free apps don't?
In the Ubuntu Software Center paid (commercial) applications get a section called 'Also requires' which is quite neat.
Why don't the free applications get this feature?
For example Amnesia: The Dark Descent in USC says (see screenshot also)
Also…
ahayzen
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How to start making a non-free application?
I am wondering how is it possible somebody to make a non-free application under Ubuntu.
Being an open-source programmer, I've found that in order to make even the simplest program I use libraries that are Open Source and thus, I can legally use them…
hytromo
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How to submit commercial apps to the Ubuntu Software Center?
Possible Duplicate:
What is the process for getting paid apps into the Ubuntu Software Center?
Why isn't there a clear description for developers on selling an app on the Ubuntu Software Center? I was thinking of maybe tying it up to the ubuntu…
Leqwete
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Are there geographical restrictions to the software center?
I am not able to see even a single application for purchase in Ubuntu 11.04 Natty Narwhal Software Center. It has been the like this ever since i did clean install over 10.10.
Are available applications restricted to geographic boundaries? I live in…
LeonardPeris
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Can I make profitable app for Ubuntu Touch?
I would like to ask you guys, if there would be some sort of app policy regarding the Ubuntu touch. Just as in Android, and iOS, the developers could earn a reasonable amount of money, by making their applications paid for, or by placing adds in the…
Gyula
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How to disable/hide paid apps from Ubuntu Software Center?
Possible Duplicate:
Is it possible to remove the commercial programs section from the Software Center?
Is there a way to disable or hide paid apps from Ubuntu Software Center (Ubuntu 11.10)? Or a way to permanently filter apps by licence: open…
arunas
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How does Canonical report and transfer Software Center sales money to app developers?
I would like to clarify some details of the derivation earned from the sale of application money. If I understood correctly, at the end of each quarter you will send us email to report the amount of earned us money. After that we will send you…
Stanislav
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How can I enroll in the Ubuntu Software Centre on behalf of my company?
The FAQ says I "can enroll as an individual or on behalf of your company" but I didn't find any field where I can indicate that I want to enroll on behalf of my company. How can I do that?
Nicu
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what is a good mouse/keyboard macro recorder?
Robotux looks perfect but appears to be no longer available. I tried to download it based on a 3 year old askubuntu post but there is no way that I can see to pay the $2.99 in the app store. I've looked at gnee but it's way too complicated vs…
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any reason Ubuntu Software Center does not accept paypal?
Recently the game braid was released for ubuntu in the ubuntu software center. however, it seems they don't take payments from paypal yet. Is there a political reason for this, or a technical one?
lurscher
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Accessing Previous Purchases
I purchased Steel Storm Burning Retribution back in 2011. Now that I have a new laptop with 13.04 I logged in to the software Center to re-install it, but the Previous Purchases screen comes up empty.
I can search for it, but clicking on More Info…
