Codesys License Activation Upd May 2026
The CODESYS Development System itself is free to use , but runtime features like Visualization SoftMotion require paid licenses for commercial use. Licenses are typically activated using a 25-digit Ticket ID received via email after purchasing from the CODESYS Store Methods for License Activation 1. Online Activation (Via CODESYS IDE)
, and point to the downloaded update file to complete activation. CODESYS Online Help 3. HMI-Specific Activation (Web Interface) Licensing of Products - CODESYS Online Help codesys license activation
Typical activation workflows
Note: specific steps vary by vendor/device; assume standard CODESYS Runtime + license server model. The CODESYS Development System itself is free to
1. Understand CODESYS License Types
- Demo license – limited runtime (typically 2 hours), resets on restart.
- Single license – bound to one device (e.g., USB dongle or soft container).
- Soft container license – bound to the device’s hardware fingerprint.
- USB dongle (hard key) – portable between devices.
8. Common Issues & Fixes
| Problem | Solution |
|---------|----------|
| “License not found” | Restart CODESYS runtime service / reboot |
| “Invalid hardware” | Soft container is tied to original PC – contact support to transfer |
| Activation fails online | Check firewall, proxy settings |
| Demo still active | Deactivate old license container first |
| Dongle not detected | Reinstall dongle driver (in CODESYS installation folder) | Demo license – limited runtime (typically 2 hours),
Take that file to a computer with internet and go to the CODESYS License Central website.
The CODESYS Development System itself is free to use , but runtime features like Visualization SoftMotion require paid licenses for commercial use. Licenses are typically activated using a 25-digit Ticket ID received via email after purchasing from the CODESYS Store Methods for License Activation 1. Online Activation (Via CODESYS IDE)
, and point to the downloaded update file to complete activation. CODESYS Online Help 3. HMI-Specific Activation (Web Interface) Licensing of Products - CODESYS Online Help
Typical activation workflows
Note: specific steps vary by vendor/device; assume standard CODESYS Runtime + license server model.
1. Understand CODESYS License Types
- Demo license – limited runtime (typically 2 hours), resets on restart.
- Single license – bound to one device (e.g., USB dongle or soft container).
- Soft container license – bound to the device’s hardware fingerprint.
- USB dongle (hard key) – portable between devices.
8. Common Issues & Fixes
| Problem | Solution |
|---------|----------|
| “License not found” | Restart CODESYS runtime service / reboot |
| “Invalid hardware” | Soft container is tied to original PC – contact support to transfer |
| Activation fails online | Check firewall, proxy settings |
| Demo still active | Deactivate old license container first |
| Dongle not detected | Reinstall dongle driver (in CODESYS installation folder) |
Take that file to a computer with internet and go to the CODESYS License Central website.