> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.portainer.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.portainer.io/faqs/licensing/how-do-i-enter-my-portainer-business-license-into-portainer-ce.md).

# How do I enter my Portainer Business license into Portainer CE?

Due to the differences between Portainer features and versions, we don't provide a way to enter a Portainer Business license directly into Portainer CE. Instead, [switch images from CE to BE](/start/upgrade/tobe.md) then enter your 5 Nodes Free or Trial license to get all the functionality of BE. You should experience no data loss when switching the images over.


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