In case you've purchased software as download from our online shop, you've received a confirmation email. Older boxed Steinberg software only: The Activation Code is printed on the included Essential Product License Information card. When redeeming the Download Access Code in the Steinberg Download Assistant, an Activation Code will be automatically generated and used to download and activate your license. If you have received your Steinberg software in a box, it includes a Download Access Code printed on a sheet ( Essential Product License Information). How do I get my Activation Code?Īctivation Codes can have different sources: This tutorial video shows the Activation process by a practical example. The Activation via Activation Code will be automatically performed when you redeem a Download Access Code in the Steinberg Download Assistant. After entering an Activation Code, the license will be downloaded and stored either in the Soft-eLicenser - locally on hard disk - or on a connected USB-eLicenser (dongle). The Activation is done in the utility eLicenser Control Center that is being installed along automatically. What does Activation mean?Īny Steinberg software needs to be activated by downloading and storing the required license. The following information is not relevant for you. If your software uses Steinberg Licensing introduced in January 2022, This article refers to eLicenser-based license management.

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