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title: Offline Activation (License File) for Broadcaster/ZEC
slug: zixi-broadcaster-zec-current-version/offline-activation-license-file-for-broadcasterzec
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createdAt: 2024-12-25T19:36:15.721Z
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If you want to activate your license without an internet connection, you can upload a License File. To obtain a license file, please contact *Zixi Support* at [support@zixi.com](mailto\:support@zixi.com). 

### To Load the License File:

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In the **Status** page of the Zixi Broadcaster/ZEC UI, click **Options** in the menu bar.

The drop-down menu is displayed.

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Click **Load License**.

The directory of the local drive opens.
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Navigate to the License File and click **Open**.

A prompt window instructs you to Reload the license to activate the license.
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Click again on **Options** and select **Reload Licenses** from the dropdown menu.

The Zixi Broadcaster/ZEC is enabled.
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