Kerio Control License Key

Kerio Control's licensing system is designed primarily for Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs), focusing on a per-user subscription model that covers its Unified Threat Management (UTM) features. Core Licensing Model

Kerio Control is licensed based on the number of users, not just the server instance.

Base License: Includes one server/administrator account and 10 user accounts. Expansion: You can add more users in increments of five.

Definition of a "User": A user is one person permitted to connect to the network. Each licensed user can connect from up to five different devices (IP addresses), including VPN clients. kerio control license key

Exemptions: Guest devices on your network are typically exempted from the license count. Licensing Management & Keys

Activation Methods: You can register the product online via the administration interface or manually by importing an offline license key file (license.key).

High Availability (HA): If you use a dual-machine failover setup, both the master and slave appliances must use the same license key to ensure synchronization. Kerio Control's licensing system is designed primarily for

License Portability: Licenses are generally transferable between similar appliance types (e.g., Virtual to Software), but you cannot transfer a license between different hardware models (e.g., from an NG100 to an NG500). User Feedback & Market Perspective

Reviewers from sites like G2 and TrustRadius highlight several pros and cons regarding the licensing and overall value: Registering Kerio Control - KerioControl - GFI

3. Upgrade from Trial

When you install Kerio Control, a 30-day trial key is auto-generated. Before it expires, the admin console will prompt you to enter a paid key. Navigate to Configuration > License

5. No Technical Support

GFI support will refuse any assistance for unlicensed installations. When your network goes down, you are on your own.

5. License Key Management

1. GFI Software Website

Visit the official GFI Kerio Control page. You can purchase a new license directly or through an authorized reseller.

A. Installation and Activation

When deploying Kerio Control, the administrator must input the license key via the Administration Console.

1. Navigate to Configuration > License.
2. Select Import License.
3. Paste the text block of the key or upload the .lic file provided by the reseller.
4. The system contacts the GFI activation servers to validate the key against the hardware ID or software instance ID.

Part 6: Troubleshooting Common License Key Issues

Even with a genuine key, you may encounter problems.