Managing offline licenses is a manual chore, but you can automate the reminder process.
An offline license file for Kerio Control is used to activate the software on machines that cannot access the internet to obtain a license automatically Obtaining the Offline License File To get the file required for offline registration: Kerio Product Registration page Enter your purchased license number and complete the registration wizard. Once completed, download the generated license.key file to your local computer. Importing the License File Kerio Control Offline License File
Remember: The offline workflow is a three-step dance— Master that dance, and you will never be locked out of your own network again. Managing offline licenses is a manual chore, but
Log into the local administration interface of Kerio Control (usually https://<your-firewall-ip>:4081 ). Navigate to: Importing the License File Remember: The offline workflow
Once you have secured the physical file, log directly into your firewall management interface to upload it.
| Issue | Likely Fix | |-------|-------------| | “Invalid license file” | Check that the file matches the exact System ID and software version. | | License uploaded but still shows trial | Clear browser cache and refresh the license status page. | | Cannot find offline generation option in portal | Your account may require support intervention – contact GFI Support. | | File upload fails | Ensure the file name has no spaces or special characters; rename to license.lic if needed. |
This file is generated by GFI’s portal but is to the firewall. The admin acts as the secure courier.
