Official "free downloads" of the full software are generally not available as it is proprietary, paid software. However, you can access it through the following legitimate channels:
Even if you download the cracked software, unless you also crack the dongle emulation (which is a sophisticated hardware hack), the software will launch in "Viewer Mode" only. You cannot save or edit. Thus, most "free downloads" are useless without purchasing a stolen dongle on the black market—which is a federal offense in many countries. Mapinfo Professional 12.5 Free Download
: Users with a valid 12.5 license can download maintenance updates from the Precisely Support portal Key Reporting Features in v12.5 Official "free downloads" of the full software are
: At least 4GB is recommended; having less may disable advanced raster preferences. Thus, most "free downloads" are useless without purchasing
: Added improved support for ESRI Geodatabases and GML versions, plus a new raster grid format (.MRR) for faster rendering.
Precisely (formerly Pitney Bowes Software) still holds the copyright. They still offer support contracts for legacy versions. Just because they no longer sell new licenses for 12.5 does not mean the software is free. It remains a commercial product.