A ScreenConnect license key (now under the ConnectWise ScreenConnect brand) is a digital credential used to unlock remote support and unattended access capabilities. For modern cloud-based users, this key is often integrated directly into the cloud portal, while self-hosted (on-premise) users require a physical key to activate their server.
On-Premise (Server Files): The key is stored in \ScreenConnect\App_Data\License.xml. Open this file with Notepad. The key is found between the or base64 tags. Screenconnect License Key
Email Confirmation: For any new purchase or renewal, the license key is sent to the primary contact email address. Understanding ScreenConnect Licensing Models (2026) A ScreenConnect license key (now under the ConnectWise
No. In 2021, ConnectWise invalidated all legacy perpetual keys for versions older than 22.0. Even if you have a key from 2018, it will not activate version 23+. Use Strong Passwords : Use strong passwords and
Types of ScreenConnect License Keys
Introduction