: For non-commercial projects, Esri offers a Personal Use license which provides the full suite of professional tools at a significantly reduced annual price.

An ArcGIS public account is a free account for personal, noncommercial use. ArcGIS Online Installing ArcGIS Pro - Install GIS Software

: Esri often provides a 21-day free trial that includes ArcGIS Pro and several extensions.

Searching for "free download" links on third-party sites (like GetIntoPC or Facebook groups) carries significant risks:

: These installers often contain malware, ransomware, or spyware.