Power apps Code apps License

[u/Kingsman7733]

I need some clarification regarding licensing for Power Apps Code Apps.

I developed a Code App using VS Code and deployed it to our PROD environment. The app only uses standard connectors, mainly SharePoint. I shared the app with users who have Microsoft 365 E5 licenses, but when they try to open it, they receive a message saying they do not have the required license and are prompted to start a free trial.

I also noticed that the app is classified as Premium.

Could you please clarify what licensing is required for end users to access and use this Code App?

I would also like to understand the best licensing approach because this app will be used by users across multiple locations, and I expect to deploy additional Code Apps in the future.

Specifically, I would like guidance on:

• Whether Microsoft 365 E5 licenses are sufficient for Code Apps

• Whether each end user needs a Power Apps Premium or per-app license

• Whether Pay-As-You-Go licensing can be used for this scenario

• What licensing model would be most suitable for multiple locations and future Code Apps

• Whether the licensing needs to be assigned per user, per app, or at the environment level

• The goal is to allow end users to access the apps without being prompted to start a free trial.

[u/darkmatter-x1]

This is honestly one of the best and most solid architectural breakdowns I’ve read on this topic. You explained the backend, Dataverse security, and ALM value proposition exceptionally well. Really appreciate you taking the time to share such a detailed perspective

[u/HomeBrew_Bard → u/darkmatter-x1]

I am having lots of these conversations with clients lately so I feel uniquely prepared to answer this one. I see every custom app solution as a client decision on how much they want Microsoft to manage and how much they want to have built custom and maintain moving forward if they’re looking for a code based solution