You will find it under 'Program Files' (Windows) or 'Applications' (Mac OS X). Some installers allow for including updates during the installation.

Install the latest update if available in the Steinberg Download Assistant or on our download pages.

The following instructions outline the Activation - thus the download of a license by entering an Activation Code in the eLicenser Control Center - in detail.

Legacy versions of Cubase LE, Cubase AI and WaveLab LEĭuring the installation of one of these legacy products, a demo license limited in time will be created: Cubase LE 4, 5 and 6, Cubase AI 4, 5 and 6, WaveLab LE 6Īn Activation Code for a permanent license can be obtained by registering the software online in your MySteinberg account.

Depending on the product, the mail includes the Activation Code or a Download Access Code. 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.Īn Activation Code will also be sent to you by email when you perform a Reactivation in your MySteinberg account. 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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