License Manager Dialog
Important Notice for ReadyAPI Customers
Starting from ReadyAPI 3.62.0, VirtServer 3.29.0, and TestEngine1.34.0, SmartBear Product Family has fully deprecated file-based licenses and transitioned to the ID-based SmartBear License Management (SLM) system. Any customers still using file-based licenses must complete their migration to SLM by September 30, 2025.
From October 1, 2025, existing and activated file-based licenses will continue to work for some time. However, SmartBear will no longer generate new file-based licenses or support activation and deactivation of file-based licenses in ReadyAPI, VirtServer, or TestEngine. All new and updated licenses are now issued in SLM only.
All technical support for file-based licenses has now ceased, and SmartBear no longer maintains the file-based licensing system. Any access or service issues will result in service disruptions that we will not be able to restore.
If you have not completed the process of migrating, contact your Account Manager or SmartBear representative today. Our teams are ready to assist with smooth transition strategies. For additional support, log a request with our Customer Care Team, who are standing by to help.
For further information and timelines, refer to the File-Based License End-of-Life Policy page.
You can use the License Manager dialog to view and manage ReadyAPI licenses, including activating, renewing, and deactivating the SmartBear ID-based SLM licenses.
Opening License Manager
Start ReadyAPI.
From the main menu, select Help, and then click License Manager.
Important
Active licenses display the
icon.
License status views
The License Manager dialog displays different license statuses:
No license is installed
License is installed
License will expire soon
For each module, you can view:
License Status
License Type
License Number
Expiration Date
Managing licenses
To manage your ReadyAPI licenses:
Switch to the tab corresponding to the module you want to work with (Test, Performance, or Virtualization).
Use the buttons below to perform actions:
Button
Description
Start Pro Trial
Activates a trial license of the selected module (Test, Performance, or Virtualization). From October 2023, all ReadyAPI trials use ID-based licenses.
Install License
Opens the License Activation wizard to activate or update a commercial license. Supports SmartBear ID-based licenses as well as legacy Floating or Fixed User commercial licenses.
Uninstall License
Uninstalls a SmartBear ID-based license.
Buy Renewal
Opens the online store with the selected license in your cart. Complete the checkout to renew. This option appears only when the license is near expiration or has already expired.
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Logs you in or out of the SmartBear licensing system.
Opens the Preferences dialog.