Kerio Control Offline License File ((free))

Using a separate internet-connected workstation (or via a secure file transfer), the administrator logs into the vendor’s licensing portal. The portal provides an option to "Activate via License File" or "Offline Activation." The administrator inputs the Hardware ID and the purchased License Key.

Every time you renew your GFI software subscription or expand your user seat count, you repeat the offline activation process. Keep an archived folder on a secure network share containing: The current .lic file. A text document recording the matching System UUID.

High-security environments entirely disconnected from the public internet. Kerio Control Offline License File

Renew the subscription via the GFI Partner Portal before generating the file.

Contact GFI Support to reset the hardware signature mapping for your license key. Security Best Practices for Air-Gapped Firewalls Using a separate internet-connected workstation (or via a

Administrators must configure the behavior of Kerio Control upon license expiration. In high-availability environments, a fail-open configuration (allowing traffic to pass but disabling scanning features) maintains business continuity at the cost of security. A fail-closed configuration blocks all traffic, prioritizing security over uptime.

You cannot simply download a generic license file from your user portal and expect it to work. Kerio Control requires a hardware-bound license. Keep an archived folder on a secure network

Once finished, click to save the license.key file to your local computer. Import to Kerio Control : Log in to your Kerio Control administration interface.

To activate Kerio Control using an offline license file, you must first obtain the file from the registration portal and then import it through the administration interface. This method is necessary for systems without an active internet connection.