# BoxLang+

**BoxLang+/++** is the professional subscription for the BoxLang language and framework. It builds on the fully open-source Apache 2 licensed core to provide production acceleration, premium modules, enhanced tooling, and predictable support SLAs for teams delivering critical applications.

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The open-source edition is powerful and will remain free. **BoxLang+ simply adds capabilities that help you deploy at scale with confidence.**

## 🎯 Why BoxLang+

BoxLang+ focuses on pragmatic value for engineering teams:

* ✅ Enterprise-ready support with defined response windows
* ✅ Premium language and framework modules (Redis, Spreadsheet, CSV, Couchbase, etc.)
* ✅ Enhanced operational tooling (CommandBox PRO features, multi-site management)
* ✅ Performance, security, and resilience enhancements
* ✅ Predictable upgrade path and roadmap insights

## 🧩 Open Core + Subscription Model

You can build and ship commercial software with the open-source edition without cost. When you need advanced modules, faster resolutions, enterprise support, or architectural guidance, BoxLang+ is available as an additive layer.

| Area                           | Open Source     | BoxLang+       |
| ------------------------------ | --------------- | -------------- |
| Core Language & Runtime        | ✅               | ✅              |
| All Standard BIFs & Components | ✅               | ✅              |
| Premium Modules                | 🚫              | ✅              |
| SLA Support                    | 🚫              | ✅              |
| CommandBox PRO Features        | 🚫              | ✅              |
| Multi-Site Management          | 🚫              | ✅              |
| Dedicated Helpdesk             | 🚫              | ✅              |
| Architecture Guidance          | 🚫              | ✅              |
| Roadmap Previews               | Public Releases | Early Insights |

You can see a full comparison of features and benefits on our [plans page](https://www.boxlang.io/plans).

## 🔐 Support & Reliability

BoxLang+ provides structured support processes to help you reduce downtime and accelerate issue resolution. With defined SLAs and escalation access, you spend less time blocked and more time shipping features.

## 🛠 Premium Modules Overview

The subscription grants access to a growing catalog of modules that extend the runtime with integration, data handling, and performance features: Explore them in the [Modules](https://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/boxlang-framework/boxlang-plus/modules) section.

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[modules](https://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/boxlang-framework/boxlang-plus/modules)
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## 🧪 Development & Environments

BoxLang+ encourages modern deployment patterns:

* Multi-runtime support (containers, serverless, VMs)
* CommandBox PRO integration for unified dev → prod workflows
* Module-centric architecture promoting composability

## 🏁 Getting Started

1. Evaluate open source features in a sandbox or dev environment.
2. Identify premium modules or SLAs your team will benefit from.
3. Acquire a BoxLang+ subscription via official channels.
4. Install modules using CommandBox or the BoxLang CLI ( see the individual module docs for installation instructions )
5. Perform license activation the `bx-plus` module built-in functions or CLI methods

## 📦 Licensing & Compliance

* Open Source core: Apache 2.0 – permissive, commercial friendly.
* BoxLang+ subscription: Adds closed-distribution premium modular functionality and features.
* You retain full ownership of your application code.

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To activate your BoxLang+ license, please see our [BoxLang Plus Module](https://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/boxlang-framework/boxlang-plus/modules/bx-plus) documentation.
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## 🔭 Roadmap & Evolution

Premium modules and tooling evolve alongside the core language. Subscription users can preview upcoming integration points and participate in feedback loops shaping future capabilities.

## 📎 Related Resources

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[modularity](https://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/boxlang-framework/modularity)
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[overview](https://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/getting-started/overview)
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Ready to explore modules? Head to the [Modules Overview](https://boxlang.ortusbooks.com/boxlang-framework/boxlang-plus/modules).