Software Licensing and Protection

Welcome to software-licensing.com,
a comprehensive resource for ISVs, embedded software developers, IT professionals, and end-users interested in modern software monetization strategies, technologies, and back-office considerations driving the state-of-the-art of software licensing, software protection, and security.

Licensing

What software license model is best for your business?

Software Protection

Is your software code safe against hackers and reverse enginering?

Monetization

Are you maximizing your software revenue potential?

About Us

Software-licensing.com is an educational resource for Independent Software Vendors, embedded system engineers, software end users, and any others who are interested in the basic concepts and current state of the art of software protection and software licensing technologies and software monetization strategies. The site is hosted by Wibu-Systems USA, a leader in the art of software licensing and software protection since 1989. We welcome visitors to participate in our community with relevant comments and questions for further discussion.

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Key Considerations

Solutions
Key aspects of software licensing
Licensing | Monetization | Software Protection | Document Protection
End User Platforms
Diverse platforms demanding interoperability
Cloud | Desktop | LAN/Wan | Virtual Network | Mobile | PLC
License Types
Matching the right license model with the app
Perpetual | Subscription | Consumption | Feature-on-Demand | Trial | Others
License Storage
Choosing the best license storage solution
Cloud | USB Dongle | Encrypted Software File | Network
License Management
Integrating management with the backoffice
Create, Deliver, Activate | Integrated Management | License Monitoring
Licensing Technologies
The underlying foundational elements
Encryption | Obfuscation | Automatic Protection | Code Moving | High Availability

If you have any questions about software licensing, software protection, and software monetization, please click the button below and we would be happy to help.

Blog

Developer working in a server room with lines of obfuscated code

How Code Obfuscation Strengthens Software Security & IP Protection

If you’re an Independent Software Vendor (ISV), you’ve probably lost sleep over the thought of your proprietary code falling into the wrong hands. You’ve worked hard to build software that stands out—but with every new release, you risk exposing critical algorithms and intellectual property to hackers and competitors. That’s where code obfuscation comes in. This blog breaks down what code obfuscation is, how it bolsters software security, and why it’s a must-have for intellectual property protection. If you’re serious about safeguarding your software from reverse engineering and theft—while still delivering a functional product—read on. REACH OUT Why Software Security Should Start With Code Obfuscation You already know antivirus software and firewalls aren’t enough. Your application’s source code is often the soft underbelly attackers go for. And if your product involves proprietary logic, algorithms, or embedded credentials—it’s a prime target. Here’s the problem: source code is often shockingly easy to decompile or reverse engineer. Once that happens, everything you’ve built—your competitive edge—is up for grabs. Code obfuscation acts as a first line of defense by scrambling your code into a form that’s unreadable to humans but still works perfectly for machines. Think of it like giving your code an invisibility cloak....

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