PIX4Dmatic can be used on a device that is not connected to the internet. However, enabling offline functionality requires following a specific procedure to ensure proper licensing and software activation.
How to obtain an Offline license
Offline licenses require a dedicated license type, which is distinct from standard online licenses:
- Perpetual offline licenses are version-locked and do not support upgrades.
- Subscription offline licenses include an expiration date based on the license term (typically 3 or 5 years). During the validity period, it is possible to upgrade to newer software versions using the same offline license.
- Trial licenses are not available for Offline use.
Note: For inquiries on offline licenses, please contact our sales team.
How to access your Hardware ID
During the sales process, the sales team will request the Hardware ID of the device intended for offline use. Follow these steps to retrieve it:
- Open PIX4Dmatic on the device you plan to use offline.
- Go to Edit > Preferences.
- Navigate to the Offline license tab.
- Click the copy
button next to the Hardware ID (displayed in the green box) to copy it to your clipboard.
Warning: The Hardware ID must be obtained from the device you intend to use offline. The license is only valid for that specific machine.
How to activate the Offline License
Once the license is issued, the sales team will provide an offline license file (.lic). This file must be imported into the software to activate the license.
To import the .lic file:
- Go to Edit > Preferences.
- Navigate to the Offline license tab.
- Once in the Offline license tab, either:
- Drag and drop the .lic file into the window, or
- Click the import
button and select the file.
Once imported:
- For perpetual licenses, the authorized software version will be displayed.
- For subscription licenses, the license expiration date will be shown.
Important: To deploy the software on a different device, a new Hardware ID must be generated from the target machine and submitted to Pix4D. A new offline license file will then be issued and must be imported using the standard activation procedure.
Important:
- OTC licenses (no S&U) are node-locked. However, if a system failure occurs, the license may be reissued once upon approval from Pix4D.
- 3 and 5-year licenses (with S&U) are node-locked. In the event of a system failure, the license may be reissued once per year, subject to Pix4D’s approval, while maintaining the original validity period.