RivDesktop: Perpetual-License Accounting & ERP Software (No Monthly Subscription)
Short answer: RivDesktop is Riv-ERP on a perpetual license: Saudi accounting and ERP software that you buy once and own forever, instead of paying a monthly subscription. It runs on every device — Windows, web and cloud — on a single computer or across your local network, with or without internet. Updates and technical support are always included, and it is compliant with ZATCA e-invoicing Phase 1 and Phase 2.
Why a perpetual license instead of a monthly subscription?
Most accounting systems today are sold as a monthly or yearly subscription per user. The amount looks small at first, but it repeats every month for as long as your business operates, and it grows with every new user or branch. When the payments stop, so does access to your data.
With RivDesktop you pay once, the system becomes your company’s asset, and your data stays on your own devices.
| Criteria | Subscription software | RivDesktop |
|---|---|---|
| How you pay | Monthly or yearly, for as long as you use it | One-time purchase |
| Ownership | You rent access | You own the license permanently |
| Cost over 5 years | Keeps growing with users and branches | Known and fixed from day one |
| Your data | On the vendor’s servers | On your devices — or the cloud, if you choose |
| Without internet | Usually stops working | Keeps working offline on Windows |
| Updates & support | Tied to the subscription | Always included |
How does RivDesktop work?
- Windows: install it on one computer, or on several computers connected to a server inside your business.
- Web: use it from the browser on any device — computer, tablet or phone.
- Cloud: access it from anywhere, ideal for branches in different cities.
- Online and offline: work continues when the internet goes down.
Whichever way you run it, the key benefit stays the same: permanent ownership with no monthly subscription.
Which setup is right for your business?
- Windows / local network: if you prefer to keep your data inside your premises and work without depending on the internet.
- Web or cloud: if your team or branches are spread across locations and need access from any device, anywhere.
What’s included in RivDesktop?
- General ledger, chart of accounts, journal entries and cost centers.
- Sales, point of sale (POS) and sales representatives.
- Purchasing and supplier management.
- Inventory and multi-warehouse management.
- Human resources and payroll.
- Cheques and bank management.
- Manufacturing and production costing.
- VAT, ZATCA e-invoicing (Phase 1 & 2) and financial reports.
Who is RivDesktop for?
- Businesses that want a fixed, predictable cost instead of a growing monthly bill.
- Companies that prefer to keep their financial data on their own devices.
- Shops, pharmacies, factories and warehouses in areas with unstable internet.
- Growing businesses that want to add users and branches without their software bill multiplying.
Request a free RivDesktop quote and tell us the number of users, branches and modules you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RivDesktop?
RivDesktop is Saudi accounting and ERP software from Riv-ERP that you buy once and own permanently, with no monthly subscription. It runs on Windows, the web and the cloud.
Does RivDesktop work without internet?
Yes. It works offline on Windows, on a single computer or a local network, and also runs via the web and the cloud when you are connected.
Does RivDesktop work on mobile and the web?
Yes. It works on every device: Windows, the web from any browser on computers, tablets and phones, and the cloud — on one device or many.
Are updates and technical support included?
Yes. Your perpetual license always includes system updates and technical support from our local team in Jeddah.
Is RivDesktop compliant with ZATCA e-invoicing?
Yes. It is compliant with Phase 1 and Phase 2 of ZATCA e-invoicing and supports VAT.
Does the perpetual license cover the web and cloud versions?
RivDesktop is available on Windows, the web and the cloud with the same perpetual-license model, including updates and support. Request a free quote to find the best option for your business.