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While Microsoft made Developer Edition free starting with SQL Server 2016 (and later 2017+ via Docker), the 2012 version was technically a paid product. However, since it is end of life (EOL) —extended support ended July 12, 2022—Microsoft no longer sells it.

If you find the original RTM (Release to Manufacturing) version of 2012, it may fail to install on modern operating systems like Windows 10 or Windows 11 due to compatibility checks. It is highly recommended to download a version that includes Service Pack 3 (SP3) , which was the final service pack for SQL Server 2012. sql server developer edition 2012 download