Frequently Asked
Questions.
Everything you need to know about our Revit tools, licensing models, installation, and studio workflows.
What is ARCH.id.S?
ARCH.id.S (Architecture • Interior Design • Software) is an architectural technology practice and software brand. We develop specialized Revit plugins and computational overlays designed to eliminate repetitive production bottlenecks and streamline daily modeling, drafting, and scheduling workflows. Our ecosystem encompasses both the Free Plugins Suite for essential everyday automations and advanced Premium Overlays like Vellum and Mylar.
How do I install and activate the tools?
We provide direct, signed Windows executables (.exe) for Revit 2025 and later. Download and run the installer for your suite (such as the Free Plugins Suite or Vellum), and the tools will immediately appear in your ARCH.id.S Revit ribbon tab. Open the "Account" window in the ribbon to sign into your ARCH.id.S profile and activate your tools. Free accounts are completely free forever with no credit card required.
Which versions of Revit do you support?
We build exclusively for modern Revit releases (2025, 2026, and beyond). By targeting Revit's contemporary .NET runtime and dropping legacy framework overhead, our tools execute natively in-process at maximum speed with zero cloud latency.
Are the Free plugins actually free for commercial project work?
Yes, 100%. There are no hidden trial periods, watermarks, or sheet export restrictions. Once activated with your free account, you can use the Free Plugins Suite indefinitely across both personal projects and commercial firm deliverables.
What are Pre-Release tools, and how does evaluation licensing work? Beta Preview
We prioritize architectural feedback before locking down software architecture. When an overlay like Vellum is marked as Pre-Release (Beta), we invite practicing designers to test drive its capabilities early and guide its development. Because beta features are actively being refined, we recommend exploring them on practice files or test projects rather than live deliverables due tomorrow.
While a tool is in beta, you receive 100% unrestricted evaluation access—no paid commercial subscription is required during this period. Once a tool concludes beta and reaches production stability, evaluation access closes and it transitions to our standard Free or Premium licensing options.
How do licenses work if I switch between studio desktop and laptop?
Our licenses float with your user account. You can install ARCH.id.S on any number of workstations. A seat is only occupied while you actively run Revit and are signed in. When you close Revit on your office desktop, your seat instantly detaches and frees up for your laptop or home workstation.
If my Premium license or subscription expires, does it break my Revit models?
Never. All elements generated by ARCH.id.S—whether split faces, wall finish lines, 3D trims, floor finishes, or schedule views—are 100% native Revit geometry and parameters. If a license or subscription ends, your models remain completely intact, fully editable, and viewable by anyone on your team, even if they don't have ARCH.id.S installed.
Can our studio request custom workflows or plugins?
Yes. Our product roadmap is shaped directly by real-world architectural practice. If your studio faces repetitive modeling bottlenecks or drafting gaps in Revit, submit a request through our Contact Form or support ticket system.
Do you offer Educational Licenses for students and universities?
Yes. We actively support students, educators, and academic institutions. Eligible architectural students and faculty with valid academic credentials can apply for free annual access to our upcoming Premium Overlays through our verification portal.
Still have questions?
Our team is always available to assist with studio installation or workflow questions.