How to Replace/Update an FPM Key

Note: FPM Key is no longer a recommended Activation Method. Instead, we recommend assigning licenses using our new Admin Console. If you are interested in moving to the console, please contact you sales representative.

• Change FPM Key with a new Installer Package
• Only replace FPM Key
• FAQ

Repackage MSI installer with new key

• Using the Foxit Customization Wizard, you can generate a new MSI installer with the updated fpmkey.txt file. Then, use your preferred deployment software to update the existing installation in your environment.

Run Replacement Script

• The "fpmkey.txt" lives under the installation directory of our PDF Editor.
  • For x86: "C:\Program Files (x86)\Foxit Software\Foxit PDF Editor"
  • For x64: "C:\Program Files\Foxit Software\Foxit PDF Editor"
• You can create a script to copy and paste the new fpmkey.txt file over the old existing license key in the Foxit PDF Editor installation folder.

FAQ

Q: Why would I need to change my FPM Key?

A: FPM Keys are version sensitive, a v10.x FPM Key will not work with v11.x

Q: Why are FPM Keys no longer recommended?

A: Foxit's Admin Console makes it much easier to manage your licenses with a centralized license management portal where you can add users manually or by connecting to SSO and Active Directory.

Q: What is an FPM Key

A: An FPM Key is an Activation Method