Facilitate access to the French press, wherever your readers may be
Digital licences allow educational institutions, media libraries, cultural institutes, businesses and administrations to provide simple and secure access to the French press for multiple users.
Unlike an individual subscription, a licence is designed for collective use. It provides access to digital content according to the terms and conditions defined by each publisher, while meeting the specific needs of organizations.
At UNI-Presse, we accompany institutions in France and internationally in the selection and management of their digital press licences.
Why choose a digital license?
French institutions abroad, as well as many institutions in France, are now looking for more flexible solutions to provide access to information.
Digital licences address several issues:
- access to newspapers as soon as they are published;
- elimination of the deadlines and costs associated with the shipment of paper copies;
- consultation on computer, tablet or smartphone;
- simultaneous access for multiple users;
- simplification of subscription management.
Digital does not necessarily replace paper subscriptions; it complements them by expanding access to information and responding to new uses.
Individual subscription or institutional licensing?
An individual subscription is for one person, with a personal account and private use.
An institutional licence is designed for an institution or organization. It allows several users to access the content according to the conditions set by the publisher. Management is centralized and adapted for educational, documentary or professional use.
This solution is particularly suited to:
Educational institutions
Licences allow for the enrichment of educational resources, the development of media education, the preparation of examinations and the provision of daily access to French news.
Students, teachers and documentaries enjoy quick access to several press titles, including from abroad.
Enterprises and organizations
They can offer a rich press offering without storage constraints, while allowing multiple readers to view the content simultaneously.
Libraries and media libraries
Digital licences are an excellent medium for the promotion of the French language and contemporary culture.
They enrich reading spaces and provide authentic resources for learners.
French Institutes and French Alliances
Licenses facilitate economic monitoring and access to reliable information for collaborators around the world.
The different modes of access
IP licence
It allows automatic access from the institution's network.
When a user is connected to the school, media library or company network, he or she is automatically recognized and can view the content without entering an identifier.
Best for:
- The CDIs, the libraries,
- Enterprises and organizations
- On-site consultation spaces
Advantages:
- Immediate and connectionless access
- No user account management
- Simple deployment
- Fluid use for readers
URL licence
The institution receives a secure link that it can communicate to its users.
This link allows access to content, including off-premises, without any particular network configuration.
Best for:
- Teachers
- Students
- Telework collaborators
- Establishments with multiple sites
Advantages:
- Remote access
- Early implementation
- High ease of use
The App
Some licenses provide access to content through a mobile application
Users log in using institution-provided identifiers and can view editorial bases (magazine, site, podcasts, etc.) from a computer, tablet or smartphone.
Best for:
- Organizations whose users are often on the move.
Benefits of Digital Licenses
Choosing a digital license means having many advantages:
- Immediate: newspapers are available as soon as they are published.
- Accessibility: consultation on computer, tablet and smartphone.
- Multi-user: multiple readers can access content according to the conditions specified by the publisher.
- Reduced logistics costs: more international shipping and delivery times.
- Responsible approach: reduced impressions and reduced transportation.
- Editorial wealth: access to many French press titles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does digital replace paper?
Not necessarily. Many institutions choose to retain certain paper subscriptions while developing digital access to reach more users.
Is it complicated to set up?
No. Depending on the type of license selected, access can be fully automatic (IP license) or simply via a secure link or application.
Can users access content remotely?
Yes, when the title and type of license permit.
Does a license allow multiple users?
Yes. That is precisely the difference between an institutional license and an individual subscription. The terms of access, however, vary by publisher and title.
UNI-Presse, your digital licensing partner
For more than 75 years, UNI-Presse has accompanied French and French-speaking institutions in accessing the French press, both in France and internationally.
We help you identify the most suitable license for your establishment, taking into account your usage, the number of users and the solutions offered by each publisher.
Check our title cards to find out what digital licenses are available or contact our team for personalized support.
You have questions? Contact us!
Accustomed to meeting the specificities of our customers, we offer you a personalized and responsive service,
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about our personalized services or specifications.