> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.lightact.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.lightact.com/licensing/licensing-overview.md).

# Licensing Overview

At LightAct we use [**CodeMeter** ](https://www.wibu.com/support/user/user-software.html)as our licensing system. LightAct licenses can be stored on a **USB dongle** or as a **software package** that’s **locked** to a specific machine. We call both of these options a container because both USB dongle or a software package contain one or several licenses. A container can also contain licenses from other manufacturers that use **CodeMeter**.

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In order for CodeMeter licensing to work you need to install **CodeMeter Runtime**, which you can download [here](https://www.wibu.com/support/user/user-software.html).
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You can see all *CodeMeter* containers in **CodeMeter Control Center**. If you click on **WebAdmin** you can also see all the licenses on each container.

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[Adding or updating a License](/licensing/adding-or-updating-a-license.md)
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[Applying a License](/licensing/applying-a-license.md)
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[Transferring a License](/licensing/transferring-a-license.md)
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