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Frequently asked Questions

With just a few clicks, our customers transform existing spreadsheets to smart applications that can be used on smartphones, tablets and on desktop devices.

General

What is a user?

A user is a natural person who has registered on the Open as App website with their first name, surname and email address and who uses a public or private app that they have created or shared themselves. This applies in particular to the use of private apps. For public apps, however, anonymous use (anonymous user) is also possible.

Private apps are only available by invitation. Access can be restricted. Invited users must therefore register or log in to Open as App. The number of possible users of Private Apps depends on the plan ordered and any additional user licenses.

Public Apps can be freely distributed via a link or integrated into a website. User registration is not necessary for public apps. With a public app, no users may be excluded from accessing the app and the associated data, e.g. through upstream authorization, in-app login or authorizations on the underlying data sources.

  • Private app: Unlimited use by registered users.
  • Public App: Unlimited use by anonymous and/or registered users and any number of end devices.

Open as App can check at any time whether the Software Services are being used in accordance with the contractual agreements. If it is determined that additional functions have been used, the corresponding license fee must be paid retroactively from the start of the extended use. For future use, the plan can be adjusted accordingly if the additional functions are still required.

Our mission is to give you the opportunity to easily create the apps you want yourself. But we know that sometimes there is a lack of time or a first project can be so complex that it is difficult to get started. If you need support, let us know your requirements and ideas – together we will find the best solution for implementation!

Further information on the General Terms and Conditions (GTC) for the use of Software Services from Open as App can be found under the following link.
Further information on the data protection provisions of Open as App can be found here.

Q: Can I use Open as App for free if I am a non-profit or an educational institution?
A: While we offer a reduced-cost Non-Profit License, it is not free of charge. The pricing is determined based on specific use cases, the anticipated number of users, and the number of private and public apps required.

Q: Who qualifies for a Non-Profit License?
A: The Non-Profit License is exclusively available to registered non-profit organizations and educational institutions that meet the eligibility criteria outlined in our Terms of Service – Section 6.2.

Q: Can I get a Non-Profit License for personal use?
A: No, the Non-Profit License is not intended for personal use. If you are using Open as App for personal projects without an organizational affiliation, the standard pricing plans apply.

Q: How do I apply for a Non-Profit License?
A: If you represent a qualified non-profit organization or educational institution, please provide the following details when applying

  • Proof of non-profit status, such as an email sent from the registered non-profit organization’s official email account.
  • Use cases for which you intend to use Open as App
  • Number of apps you plan to create
  • Target and user groups

Apps

Does my app work offline?

Yes, your app works online and offline. So you can use your app wherever you are.

Yes, you can share your app with team members, customers and anyone else who needs to access, use or view your calculation app. Find out more about user management.
Open as an app takes the logic from your existing spreadsheets. Therefore, you should see the error message even before creating your app. To fix the errors in your calculations before developing your app. Please look at our collection of the most common Excel and Google Sheets mistakes.

Yes, browse our example apps and find suitable solutions for specific industries or departments. Use the app as a template and adapt it to your particular requirements.

We offer different plans – according to the number of apps you want to create and the people with whom you want to share your app. We’ll find the perfect plan for you. Have a look at our pricing page.

Yes. Embed your app on your website to share your app with all website visitors or customers. Here we explain how to embed an app on your website.

Yes, you can connect Open as App directly into database management systems such as MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and others.

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