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What does Activation mean?Īny Steinberg software needs to be activated by downloading and storing the required license. The Activation is done in the utility eLicenser Control Center that is being installed along automatically. 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 via Activation Code will be automatically performed when you redeem a Download Access Code in the Steinberg Download Assistant. How do I get my Activation Code?Īctivation Codes can have different sources: This tutorial video shows the Activation process by a practical example. If you have received your Steinberg software in a box, it includes a Download Access Code printed on a sheet ( Essential Product License Information). 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. Older boxed Steinberg software only: The Activation Code is printed on the included Essential Product License Information card. In case you've purchased software as download from our online shop, you've received a confirmation email.

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.ĭepending 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.

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

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

Some installers allow for including updates during the installation.

You will find it under 'Program Files' (Windows) or 'Applications' (Mac OS X). USB-eLicenser and Soft-eLicenser in the eLicenser Control Center Apply the 'Maintenance & Online Synchronisation' by clicking on 'Perform Maintenance Tasks' (or click on the 'Maintenance' button at the top right if not shown).

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