File-based License
Important Notice for TestEngine Customers
Starting from ReadyAPI 3.62.0, VirtServer 3.29.0, and TestEngine 1.34.0, 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 you with smooth transition strategies. For additional support, log a request with our SmartBear Support.
For further information and timelines, refer to the File-Based License End-of-Support Policy page.
This section describes TestEngine licensing.
If you do not have a TestEngine license, you can request it on our website.
Tip
For details on ReadyAPI licensing, see the ReadyAPI Licenses section in the ReadyAPI documentation.
For details on VirtServer licensing, see the VirtServer Licenses section in the VirtServer documentation.
TestEngine supports the following license type:
A floating license allows running TestEngine on different computers or in virtual/ephemeral environments, but you can use each license on only one computer at a time. To use a floating license, you must first install and set up a license server that TestEngine can use to check out the license.