Cambampro.lic: File

Unlike many modern applications that phone home to a cloud server, CamBam uses a classic file-based licensing system. When CamBam starts up, it looks for this file in a specific directory. The file contains encrypted information, including:

If the software finds the file and successfully decrypts its contents, the "Pro" features unlock. If not, the software reverts to the free 40-session trial mode. cambampro.lic file

The most common support question on the CamBam forums is: "Where does the cambampro.lic file go?" The answer depends on your operating system and how you installed CamBam. Unlike many modern applications that phone home to

  • License invalid or corrupted
  • License bound to another machine
  • Activation requires online verification but machine is offline
  • Expired or demo license
  • Errors on startup mentioning license signature

    • CamBam only reads the license file at startup. If the software is running, it will not see a new license file you add. Ensure all instances are closed. If the software finds the file and successfully

    Symptom: You have CamBam 1.0, but your license is for CamBam 0.9.8.

    Solution: License files are generally forward-compatible, but not always. Contact HexRay support to request an updated license file for the new major version. Alternatively, download and install the older version of CamBam that matches your license (available on the website).