# Update License Key in RWC

## How to update/change your license key in RapidWeaver Classic

### Step 1 - Deactivate Your Old License

First you will need to deactivate your old license. You can do that by:

* Select RapidWeaver Classic » Registration
* Click on the “Activations” button

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* Click on the “Deactivate” button next to each device you’d like to activate your new license on.

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### Step 2 - Activate Your New License

Next you will activate your new license. You can do that by:

* Click on the “Activate License…” button, then enter your new license details, and finally click on the “Activate” button.

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**Congratulations!** You’ve successfully updated your license in RapidWeaver Classic. You will see your new expiration date listed in the registration window. This will be 1 year from the date you purchased the new license.

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## Upgrade License Video Walkthrough

Below is a video to help guide you through the process.

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86I8kR2-2Bc>" %}
How to change/update your license key in RapidWeaver Classic
{% endembed %}

If you have any questions or encounter any troubles feel free to drop us an email at <support@realmacsoftware.com>.


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