The short answer is: As of July 1, 2022, Autodesk officially ended activation support for versions 2011 through 2014. This means that even if you find an old installer, you cannot obtain a new activation code to use it. 1. The Education Route
: Autodesk offers a free trial for many of its products, including 3ds Max. While the trial period is limited (usually 30 days), this is a legitimate way to use 3ds Max 2014 for free. Users can download the software directly from Autodesk's official website.
It is strongly advised to avoid downloading "free" versions of 3ds Max 2014 from third-party sites. Users should instead utilize the free Autodesk Education License (if eligible) or switch to Blender for a free, legal, and secure 3D production environment.