Security is a top priority for software developers and publishers. SetupBuilder offers built-in tools to safeguard your applications, including serial number management and subscription-based expiration (by date or version), ensuring only authorized users access your software.

With setupPROTECT, you can protect your software, reduce costs, and unlock new revenue opportunities.

Serial-Number-Key Protection

SetupBuilder’s Serial-Number-Key Protection lets you embed serial number validation into your installer. Generate unlimited serial numbers for individual products or bundles, then define rules to control installation based on user-entered keys. At runtime, users must input a valid serial number to proceed, giving you full control over access.

Subscription-Key Protection

The Subscription-Key Protection feature simplifies security for subscription-based software. Generate “Subscription Keys” to lock installations and updates to specific periods—monthly, quarterly, or longer. When a subscription expires, users can extend it with a new key or continue with their current version, but they’ll lose access to post-expiration updates. Renewals are seamless: just send a new key to keep your customers current.

Dual-Layer Security

Many developers pair setupPROTECT with in-app security, creating a robust defense against unauthorized use—protecting your work at every level.