This article will show you how to replace or update your FPM Key.
Note: FPM Key is no longer a recommended Activation Method. Instead, we recommend assigning licenses using our new Admin Console. If you are interested in moving to the console, please contact you sales representative.
In this article:
Repackage MSI installer with new key
- Using the Foxit Customization Wizard, you can generate a new MSI installer with the updated fpmkey.txt file. Then, use your preferred deployment software to update the existing installation in your environment.
Run Replacement Script
- The "fpmkey.txt" lives under the installation directory of our PDF Editor. "C:\Program Files (x86)\Foxit Software\Foxit PDF Editor"
- You can create a script to copy and paste the new fpmkey.txt file over the old existing license key in the Foxit PDF Editor installation folder.
FAQ
Q: Why would I need to change my FPM Key?
A: FPM Keys are version sensitive, a v10.x FPM Key will not work with v11.x
Q: Why are FPM Keys no longer recommended?
A: Foxit's Admin Console makes it much easier to manage your licenses with a centralized license management portal where you can add users manually or by connecting to SSO and Active Directory.
Q: What is an FPM Key
A: An FPM Key is an Activation Method
