Does Pro Tools 8 need iLok?
* An iLok is not required to use with Pro Tools | First, Pro Tools, Pro Tools | Ultimate, Avid VENUE, and all “retail” Avid and third-party audio plugins. iLoks are needed to authorize these versions of Pro Tools software without an internet connection.
Can I use Pro Tools first without iLok?
Pro Tools | First, and its included collection of AAX plug-ins, do not require a physical iLok to use the software at all. In addition, you’ll find many more AAX virtual instruments, effects, and sound processors available from the in-app Avid Marketplace that do not require an iLok to use.
How do I activate Pro Tools without iLok USB?
Without an iLok dongle, you need to authourize to the cloud (cloud-based licensing) through the iLok license manager software. And then you can use it today without any wait. And then you need to maintain an internet connection while using Pro Tools at all times (that’s how the cloud licensing works).
Can I clone my iLok?
Certainly, you can split the auth’s up on multiple iLok’s, but you won’t be allowed to duplicate a single instance on two separate keys. “you can now move authorizations from any iLok Key in your iLok account to any other iLok key on that account.” Moving and duplicating are two different issues.
How do I get a free Pro Tools license?
- Go to www.avid.com and click the Pro Tools from the left panel of the website.
- From the Pro Tools page, click Pro Tools | Ultimate.
- From the upper right corner of the same page click Free trial, to go to the trial page.
How do you unlock iLok?
To load your licenses to an iLok USB dongle, just drag the license to the iLok icon.
- Click the Available tab.
- Drag and drop your license into the iLok icon.
- Wait for the license transfer to complete before removing an iLok.
What happens if my iLok breaks?
Broken iLoks PACE will send a new replacement iLok to you. If you have a back-up iLok and are registered, Avid Audio can deposit 30-day temporary iLok licenses for use while the iLok is in repair.
Is iLok cloud free?
Don’t worry, this iLok system is FREE, easy to use and very common in the audio industry. It just requires a little bit of setup AND a working internet connection. This iLok system will allows you to deposit a unique demo or perpetual license to use our plug-ins on your computer.
Do you have to pay for iLok?
This means that as long as your computer can connect to the iLok server for authentication, the license can keep you up and running without any additional hardware connected to your computer. This solution is completely FREE.