License number system

[Ultim-Host]

Hello,

For the next version of Xenforo and to avoid pirated versions of Xenforo. Why not do like IPS and add a page with a license key to install xenforo.

and to avoid pirated versions, encode the installation page

Sincerely​

 

[Kirby]

Do you honestly believe a license key check does stop anyone from using pirated software?
It's extremely easy to bypass or remove such checks unless the sourcecode is fully encrypted.

So in summary this would not help much, it just makes live harder for legitimate customers.

Just my 0,02 €

 

[Liam W]

It's extremely easy to bypass or remove such checks unless the sourcecode is fully encrypted.

And even this isn't foolproof, and adds a significant hurdle for prospective add-on developers.