Here’s the clearest explanation based on the latest official information and industry reporting around the Power Apps Per App license changes:
🛑 What happened to the Power Apps Per App license?
As of January 2, 2026, Microsoft has officially retired the Power Apps Per App plan SKU for new customers. This means:
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The Per App license is no longer available for new purchases — it has reached End of Sale in the January 2026 Power Platform Licensing Guide. (Microsoft)
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New customers cannot acquire this plan any longer. (Microsoft)
This change explains why the Per App license disappeared from the licensing guide you referenced. (cdn-dynmedia-1.microsoft.com)
🧾 Will it ever be completely retired?
Microsoft hasn’t published a specific “End-of-Life / retirement” date beyond the End of Sale notice, but the practical lifecycle looks like this:
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For existing customers who already have Per App subscriptions, the license continues to be valid and renewable under existing agreements (CSP and EA). (Microsoft)
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It will eventually be phased out once those subscriptions expire or are renewed under new licensing models.
There is no published retirement date for existing customers yet — only that new purchases are no longer permitted. (Microsoft)
🤔 What this means for existing customers
✅ If you already have Power Apps Per App licenses:
🚦If your subscription expires:
This change primarily affects cost and administration — it does not suddenly block the apps you already have.
🤷 Why Microsoft made this change
Although not heavily communicated, community reporting and Microsoft guidance suggest this is part of a long-term strategy to:
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simplify licensing options
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reduce the operational overhead and complexity of tracking per-app assignments
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encourage broader platform adoption (Premium or PAYG models) rather than app-by-app entitlements. (The Licensing Guide.)
The Per App plan historically had challenges around reporting and governance, which contributed to its retirement. (The Licensing Guide.)
🧠 Key takeaways
| Question |
Answer |
| Is the Per App license gone? |
Yes — it’s no longer available for new purchases as of Jan 2, 2026. (Microsoft) |
| Can existing customers still use it? |
Yes — current subscriptions can continue and be renewed under existing agreements. (Microsoft) |
| Is there an enforced retire date? |
Microsoft has not published a specific retire date yet; change happens on renewal. (Microsoft) |
| What should you do? |
Plan to migrate users to Power Apps Premium or Pay-As-You-Go ahead of renewals. (Microsoft) |
📌 Summary
The Per App plan is not removed immediately for everyone — it’s simply no longer sold to new customers. Existing Per App licenses continue under current contracts until renewal, at which point you will need to transition to a supported licensing option. (Microsoft)
If you want, I can outline how the Premium vs PAYG models compare in terms of cost and when to choose each option.
