> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.sendykit.dev/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Self-Hosted Editions

> Choose the right SendyKit self-hosted edition and upgrade lane

## Overview

Self-hosted SendyKit uses two core editions:

* **Standard**
* **Pro**

Both are perpetual licenses.

The difference is not subscription vs non-subscription.
The difference is feature depth and site entitlement.

## Standard vs Pro

| Feature                | Standard | Pro     |
| ---------------------- | -------- | ------- |
| REST API               | ✅        | ✅       |
| CLI                    | ✅        | ✅       |
| Analytics intelligence | ✅        | ✅       |
| Health Doctor          | ✅        | ✅       |
| SMTP overlay           | ✅        | ✅       |
| Audit trail            | ✅        | ✅       |
| Visual editor          | ✅        | ✅       |
| AI authoring           | —        | ✅       |
| Sequences & funnels    | —        | ✅       |
| Automations            | —        | ✅       |
| Priority support       | —        | ✅       |
| Site limit             | 1 site   | 3 sites |

## Upgrade lanes

Self-hosted pricing is organized by included future major upgrades:

### Standard

* Current + 1 — \$349
* Current + 3 — \$649
* Current + 5 — \$999
* Sovereign Infinite — \$2,999

### Pro

* Current + 1 — \$699
* Current + 3 — \$1,299
* Current + 5 — \$1,999
* Sovereign Infinite — \$5,999

## How to choose

Choose **Standard** when:

* you want the exoskeleton layer on one install
* you do not need advanced AI/automation features yet
* you want the lowest entry point

Choose **Pro** when:

* you already know you want deeper operator automation
* you run multiple installs
* AI authoring and advanced orchestration matter now

Choose **Sovereign Infinite** when:

* you want the permanent top-tier hedge
* you expect SendyKit to stay in your operating model long-term

## Rule of thumb

For most serious self-hosted buyers, **Current + 3** is the practical center of gravity.