Where to enter an activation code in a Kaspersky application
This article concerns:
- Kaspersky Basic, Standard, Plus, Premium
- Kaspersky Internet Security
- Kaspersky Internet Security for Mac
- Kaspersky Anti-Virus
- Kaspersky Total Security
- Kaspersky Small Office Security
For other Kaspersky applications you can enter an activation code in the Activation window. To learn how to open the Activation window, see instructions below:
- when the trial license is active
- when the trial period has expired
- when the license has not been added yet
- for license renewal
How to open the Activation window when the trial license is active
- In the main application window, click License.
- To learn how to open the main application window, see this article.
- Click Enter activation code.
The Activation window will open.
How to open the Activation window when the trial license has expired
In the main application window, click Enter activation code. To learn how to open an application, see this article.
The Activation window will open.
How to open the Activation window when the license is missing
In the main application window, click Enter activation code. To learn how to open an application, see this article.
The Activation window will open.
How to check if the application is activated
When the Kaspersky application is activated:
- The status in the main window says Your protection is live now.
- In the lower-right corner of the application window, there is a number of days remaining until license expiration.
- The indicator color is green. However, it may turn yellow or red due to warnings or problems unrelated to the license.
For a detailed guide on how to activate an application, see the following Online Help articles:
- Kaspersky Internet Security
- Kaspersky Internet Security for Mac
- Kaspersky Anti-Virus
- Kaspersky Total Security
- Kaspersky Small Office Security
- Kaspersky for Android
When you are using a subscription license, you do not need to enter activation code for activating the application, and there is no window for entering the license in the application interface. Once the subscription term is expired, the window for entering the activation code will become available. For more information, see this article.
In case of activation issues, try deleting the license key from the application and then activate the application again. For instructions, see this article.
We also recommend that you add your activation code to your My Kaspersky account to keep it at hand. For instructions, see this article.
