ArchiWind
User Guide
Simulation Expiration

Simulation Expiration

Because CFD simulations generate very large data sets, ArchiWind applies a simulation expiration policy to manage storage. Please review the details below to understand how this affects your simulation assets.

Access Within the First Year (from simulation release date)

Assessment Viewer

  • Full access to the 3D viewer and all computed fields.
  • Ability to generate Wind Study Reports.
  • Access to mitigation strategy placements.

Result Viewer

  • Full access to the 3D viewer and all computed fields.
  • Ability to generate Methodology Reports.

Simulation Raw Data (.vtk files)

  • The raw CFD result files (VTK format) are available for download from the results page.
  • These files expire after 1 year and will be permanently removed.
  • If you need them, download and store locally within the first year.

After One Year

  • ArchiWind licenses are yearly.
  • To keep access to a simulation page beyond one year, your license must be active.
  • Without renewal, simulations are permanently deleted 15 days after the one-year mark.

Additional Rules for Live Viewer Upsells

Live Viewer

  • Includes access to the Live Viewer, 7-day forecast, and 3D viewer.
  • Simulation data (raw CFD) is available only for 60 days.
  • The Live Viewer itself remains accessible for 1 year after the upsell purchase date.

At the end of this year:

  • You will be notified by email with the option to maintain access.
  • If not renewed, the Live Viewer reverts to a standard Result Viewer.
  • A maintenance fee applies if you wish to keep access to your results.

Example Timeline

  • January 1, 2024 → You subscribe to ArchiWind.
  • September 15, 2024 → You run a simulation.
  • September 15, 2025 → Default expiration date (1 year after simulation).
  • To extend access beyond this date, you need an active license.
  • With renewal, access continues until September 15, 2026.

After Simulation Expiration

  • Expired simulations remain visible in your project but are clearly marked as expired.
  • All associated data are permanently deleted and cannot be restored.
  • If results are needed later, the simulation must be rerun.

If you have questions about how this policy applies to your projects, please contact us by email.