License Purchase
The license purchase process is straightforward and secure, handled through Stripe's trusted payment infrastructure. This guide walks you through purchasing your license and understanding what happens next.
Accessing the Purchase Process
From the Dashboard Settings
- Navigate to Settings (
/dashboard/settings) - Scroll to the Billing Information section
- Look for the license purchase button
Purchase Button States
Your billing section will show one of two options based on your current license status:
🆕 Unlicensed (New Account)
[Purchase Subscription and License]
This button appears when you haven't purchased a license yet.
✅ Licensed (Active Account)
[Manage Subscription]
The button text changes to this for existing licensed accounts to manage billing.
The Purchase Flow
Step 1: Initiate Purchase
Click the "Purchase Subscription and License" button to begin the secure checkout process.
Step 2: Stripe Checkout
You'll be redirected to Stripe's secure checkout page where you can:
- Review your subscription details
- Enter payment information
- Confirm billing address
- Complete the transaction
Step 3: Automatic Redirect
After successful payment, you'll be automatically redirected back to your Noted dashboard with full access enabled.
What You're Purchasing
Base Subscription Details
- Monthly Cost: $300/month
- Included Seats: Up to 12 admin/nurse accounts
- Additional Seats: $25/month each
- Billing Cycle: Monthly recurring
Immediate Access
Upon successful purchase, you immediately gain:
- Full dashboard navigation - All locked features become available
- User management - Add and manage nurses and administrators
- Patient records - Create and manage patient information
- Clinical documentation - Access AI-assisted note generation
- Complete platform features - Everything Noted offers
Billing Information Display
After purchase, your Settings page will show comprehensive billing information:
📊 Billing Information
├── Customer ID: cus_abc123...
├── Subscription ID: sub_def456...
├── Status: Active
├── Billing Start: January 1, 2024
├── Billing End: February 1, 2024
└── Management: [Manage Subscription] button
Understanding Prorated Billing
Mid-Cycle Additions
When you add new nurses during a billing cycle:
- Prorated charges apply based on remaining days
- Automatic calculation handles the math
- Transparent billing shows exact costs
Example Scenario
If you add a nurse halfway through your billing period:
- Full seat cost: $25/month
- Remaining days: 15 days
- Prorated charge: ~$12.50
Subscription Management
Portal Access
The "Manage Subscription" button provides access to:
- Payment method updates
- Billing history review
- Invoice downloads
- Subscription modifications
What You Can Manage
Through the Stripe portal:
- Update credit card information
- View detailed billing history
- Download invoices for accounting
- Modify subscription settings (with limitations)
- Seat changes (adding/removing nurses) are managed within the Noted dashboard, not the billing portal
- Cancellations should be coordinated with Noted support to ensure proper data handling
- Billing issues can be resolved through the portal or by contacting support
After Purchase
Once your license is active, you can:
- Explore full navigation - All dashboard sections are now available
- Add team members - Begin inviting nurses to your platform
- Create patient records - Start building your patient database
- Generate documentation - Use AI-assisted note creation
Troubleshooting
Payment Issues
- Declined cards: Check with your bank for authorization
- Billing address: Ensure address matches your card
- International cards: Some restrictions may apply
Post-Purchase Problems
- Access not updated: Try refreshing the page or logging out/in
- Features still locked: Contact support if issues persist
- Billing questions: Use the Stripe portal or contact support
Security & Compliance
Your payment information is:
- Fully encrypted during transmission
- PCI compliant through Stripe
- Never stored on Noted servers
- Automatically secured with industry standards
Ready to unlock your platform? Return to your dashboard settings and click the purchase button to begin.
Continue to Next Steps to learn what to do after your license is active.