Ensure Java 8 is installed, as it’s required to run the application.
Installation (~2 minutes)
The interface splits into Front‑end (daily use) and Back‑office (configuration).
Connect hardware: printers, cash drawers, optionally a Derby server for multi-station deployment.
Configure visual appearance on the POS interface.
Assign them to appropriate terminals.
Create employee accounts and assign roles and permissions in User Management.
Staff familiarize themselves with order entry, ticket splitting, and shift tracking.
Overall Time to Live:
Floreant POS is 100% free and open-source software—there are no licensing, subscription, or setup fees for the base platform. It is distributed “as is,” and its core features, along with available plugins (e.g., floor plan, inventory, delivery), are included without mandatory charges.
However, if you require professional support, custom development, or premium plugins, additional costs may apply. Upgrading to the PRO version or purchasing advanced modules and enterprise-grade assistance involves optional charges managed through OROCUBE or third-party vendors. There are no recurring fees unless you opt for paid services beyond the open-source offerings.
Floreant POS operates as a self-hosted, offline-capable system, reducing exposure to external network threats. It relies on an embedded Apache Derby database by default, or alternatively, users can connect to a local or remote database setup, keeping full data control within their own infrastructure.
Since it’s open-source and runs on-premises, there are no inherent cloud-based risks or dependencies—common POS threats like internet-based malware or network intrusions are minimized. However, true data protection depends on the user’s network security practices. Users are responsible for implementing standard safeguards such as secure access controls, password management, network segmentation, and data encryption, following best practices for POS systems.
Full User Control:
As a self-hosted, open-source platform, Floreant POS gives businesses complete control over their data. Sales records, employee logs, menu configurations, and other sensitive records reside solely where you choose—no third-party custody or server-side data harvesting.
Portable Database Options:
The embedded Apache Derby database allows quick setup and data portability. Optionally, you can migrate or connect to PostgreSQL or MySQL for centralized, multi-terminal environments. Data can be backed up or migrated simply by exporting or copying the database files.
Standard Export & Reporting Tools:
Floreant POS supports exporting reports via its JasperReports-based engine, enabling data extraction in CSV/PDF for external analysis, accounting, and archiving. This empowers you to migrate data to BI dashboards or other systems effortlessly.
Floreant POS is provided completely free and open-source under the MRPL 1.2 license, distributed “‘as is’ without any kind of warranty or support”. There are:
In essence, using Floreant POS software comes with zero contractual entanglements. You own the system and manage it — no renewals, subscriptions, or cancellation processes are required.
