EQ6 Software for Sale?

16 years ago

Hi, I am new to designing my own quilts and would very much like to own a copy of the EQ6 software (or even EQ5) and see what it is like. However, the new price is a bit prohibitive to me, as I have tons of student loans to pay off. Does anyone out there have EQ5 or 6 software they are not using/done with and would be willing to sell it to me? I am looking in the $50 range. Thank you!

QuiltingCricket

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solstice98
16 years ago
Q'Cricket... I think most software developers and sellers frown on people reselling their software whether they are done with it or simply already have it loaded on their computer. Pretty sure it's illegal. Kind of like sharing or re-selling quilting patterns. I see you are new to the forum as of today so maybe you hadn't thought of that aspect.

If EQ is ok with people selling their software, then that's fine of course. I think they set some minimum pricing standards that are way in excess of $50 though.

Not trying to be mean and I could be wrong about this, just thought it should be mentioned.

Kate
mary_c_gw
16 years ago
Kate's correct, I'm afraid.

Most of these programs are sold with a registration number which is good for only a couple of registration times. And it's a royal pain to re-register and load your software again when you get a new computer. Been there, done that!
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toolgranny
16 years ago
Me too, Mary. They register it to a person so it's not like you can send the disk to someone else, free or otherwise.

To use it, you dial in to the internet site and they link it up. So it's not useable just as a disk like programs we used to buy. Don't let anyone sell you just a disk at a flea market as you can't use it unless linked to that site with the registration. Sorry.

You might want to look at Quilt Design Wizard. It's not as sophisticated as EQ but works well for basic layouts and trying colors. It's only $25 or so and often on sale. I use EQ for making up original designs but used Quilt Design Wiz first for trying color layouts and it's easy to use.
cindykg23
16 years ago
Yep Mary, they're right. I have EQ & had to register it w/the company to use it. And had to re-register when I got a new computer - even that is a royal pain. Copyright laws are there to protect the designer/manufacturer from us sharing & trading their goods. If we were allowed to share, no one would have to buy - which defeats the purpose of them making their product. I would try the less expensive one to see if you like it - & then ask for Santa to bring you an EQ6 :)
solstice98
16 years ago
QuiltingCricket - don't go away because we said no. I'm sure you just didn't realize the software wasn't for sharing. This is a great forum and you'll get lots of support and advice here for any project.

Kate
cindykg23
16 years ago
Kate,

Thanks for your post. We did sound a little harsh, or may have come across that way. QC-Kate is right--& I have seen sev'l others new to the forum ask the same type question, so you are hardly alone! Keep coming back - this site is awesome & you not only learn some things, you make great online friends!! Welcome! And never be afraid to ask questions, we all have them:)

~Cindy