Eagle is an offline software, not an online service. The software itself and all your collected image materials are stored on your computer and designated storage devices, so they won't become unusable due to Eagle no longer being maintained or server issues.

If the Eagle team cannot continue operating this product in the future, there's no need to worry. We will make Eagle software open source, allowing the open source community to continue developing and maintaining this product, so you don't have to worry about being unable to continue using it or losing your collected work.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Eagle a cloud service? Do I need internet to use it?

A: Eagle is 100% offline desktop software. All functions run locally on your computer and don't require an internet connection to work normally. Your material data is completely stored in the local path you specify.

Q: If Eagle company goes out of business, will my software still work?

A: Yes. Eagle is a one-time purchase local software. Once purchased and installed, the software itself will be permanently saved on your computer. Even if the company stops operating, the installed software can continue to function normally.

Q: Will my image materials disappear if Eagle stops service?

A: No. All the images, videos, and design materials you collect are stored on your own computer or external hard drive. Eagle doesn't upload your files to any cloud servers, and the data is completely under your control.

Q: Is Eagle's data format proprietary? If the software stops working, can the data still be extracted?

A: Eagle database uses a transparent and open folder structure. All original files are saved in their original format on your hard drive. Even without using Eagle software, you can directly access all original files.

Furthermore, Eagle's database format is completely open. If that day ever comes, any developer can easily write conversion tools or Eagle plugins to quickly convert your resources saved in Eagle into native computer folder structures or export them to formats supported by other similar material management tools. Your collection won't be locked into any proprietary format.

Q: How is this different from other subscription/cloud services?

A: Once subscription or cloud services stop, you may not be able to access your data. Eagle uses a one-time purchase + local storage model, so your data is always in your hands and unaffected by the company's operational status.

Why Choose Eagle Without Worry?

From the beginning, Eagle chose a "local-first" architectural philosophy. Your creative assets, design materials, and inspiration collections are all stored on your own devices, not on some distant cloud server. This means:

You have complete data ownership - files are on your hard drive
No dependence on internet or servers - fully functional offline
One-time purchase - no pressure from subscription expiration

We understand creators' concerns about tool stability. That's exactly why Eagle is designed to keep your hard work always in your own hands.

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