For 99% of users who just need to extract numbers from one or two graphs, the free version is perfect . You don’t need a key at all.
: Includes a "magnifier" for precision and an "eraser tool" to remove unwanted or incorrectly captured data points. The Digitization Process
A: No – GetData is 2D only. Try DataThief III for 3D surfaces.
If you need a digitizer but do not wish to purchase a license, there are several reputable free or open-source alternatives that provide similar or advanced features:

For 99% of users who just need to extract numbers from one or two graphs, the free version is perfect . You don’t need a key at all.
: Includes a "magnifier" for precision and an "eraser tool" to remove unwanted or incorrectly captured data points. The Digitization Process
A: No – GetData is 2D only. Try DataThief III for 3D surfaces.
If you need a digitizer but do not wish to purchase a license, there are several reputable free or open-source alternatives that provide similar or advanced features:
