How to download and install Autodesk Desktop Licensing Service on Windows

Autodesk Support

May 28, 2024


Products and versions covered


Issue:

Autodesk Licensing Service is a licensing component that works with versions 2020 and later of Autodesk software. Here below the steps and a video tutorial on how to download and install it.

Solution:

Windows


 
  1. Close all Autodesk products.
  2. Download and unzip the installer file.
  3. Right-click the AdskLicensing-installer.exe file and go to Properties > General Tab.

Important: If you see a Security section at the bottom of the window (as shown in the following screenshot), select Unblock.

Licensing Service

     4. Click OK to close the window.
     5. Double-click the EXE file to start the installation.

Products:

All Desktop Products;

Versions:

2020; 2021; 2022; 2024; 2023;


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