"The license does not apply to this application" error

When activating a Kaspersky Lab product, you may encounter the error "Activation code is not suitable for this application". The error occurs when you are trying to activate an outdated version of the product with a new activation code.  

To continue using the product, do the following:

1. Download the latest version of the product from the Kaspersky Lab website.
   • Kaspersky Internet Security
   • Kaspersky Anti-Virus
   • Kaspersky Total Security
   • Kaspersky Small Office Security 
2. Install the application. 
3. Activate the product with your activation code.

If the error persists, submit a request with a detailed description of the issue to Kaspersky Lab technical support:

• Via My Kaspersky for Kaspersky Internet Security, Kaspersky Anti-Virus, and Kaspersky Total Security. See the Online Help for instructions.
• Via the Kaspersky Small Office Security Management Console for Kaspersky Small Office Security. See the Online Help for instructions.