Installing and Activating Your DigiConsent Pro License

Activating your DigiConsent Pro license is the gateway to unlocking advanced geolocation targeting, display controls, iframe blocking, and all other premium features. This comprehensive guide walks you through every step of the process, from purchasing your license to successfully activating it on your WordPress site.

The entire process typically takes 5-10 minutes and requires no technical expertise beyond basic WordPress administration. By the end of this guide, you’ll have DigiConsent Pro fully activated and ready to configure.

Before You Begin: Prerequisites

Ensure you have the following before starting the activation process:

• WordPress Administrator Access: You need administrator-level permissions to install plugins and manage settings on your WordPress site.
• Free Version Installed (Optional): If you’re upgrading from DigiConsent Free, keep it installed—Pro will automatically detect and migrate your settings. If you’re starting fresh, you can install Pro directly.
• Active Internet Connection: License validation requires your WordPress site to communicate with our licensing servers.
• WordPress 5.0 or Higher: DigiConsent Pro requires at least WordPress 5.0, though we recommend using the latest WordPress version for optimal security and performance.
• PHP 7.4 or Higher: Modern PHP versions ensure better performance and security. Check with your hosting provider if you’re unsure of your PHP version.

Step 1: Purchase Your DigiConsent Pro License

If you haven’t already purchased DigiConsent Pro, visit the official product page and select the license tier that matches your needs:

• Single Site License: For one website
• 5-Site License: For up to five websites
• Unlimited License: For unlimited websites

All license tiers include identical features—the only difference is the number of sites where you can activate the license. Choose based on how many websites you manage.

Completing Your Purchase

1. Select your desired license tier and click Add to Cart
2. Proceed to checkout and complete payment using your preferred method
3. Check your email for the purchase confirmation

Within minutes of purchase, you’ll receive an email containing:

• Your unique license key (a long alphanumeric string)
• Download link for the DigiConsent Pro plugin ZIP file
• Receipt and invoice for your records
• Links to documentation and support resources

Important: Save this email in a safe location. You’ll need the license key for activation and the download link if you ever need to reinstall the plugin.

Step 2: Download the Plugin Files

Click the download link in your purchase confirmation email to download the DigiConsent Pro plugin ZIP file. The file will be named something like digiconsent-pro.zip or digiconsent-pro-v1.0.0.zip.

Save this file to your computer in a location you’ll remember—typically your Downloads folder. Do not unzip this file; WordPress requires the plugin to remain in ZIP format for installation.

Step 3: Install DigiConsent Pro on WordPress

With your plugin ZIP file downloaded, you’re ready to install DigiConsent Pro on your WordPress site. There are two methods: the WordPress dashboard upload method (recommended for most users) and FTP upload (for advanced users or situations where dashboard upload isn’t available).

Method 1: Dashboard Upload (Recommended)

1. Log into your WordPress admin dashboard
2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New
3. Click the Upload Plugin button at the top of the page
4. Click Choose File and select the digiconsent-pro.zip file you downloaded
5. Click Install Now
6. Wait for the upload and installation to complete (typically 10-30 seconds)
7. Click Activate Plugin when the installation finishes

After activation, you’ll be redirected to the DigiConsent Pro settings page, where you can begin the license activation process.

Method 2: FTP Upload (Advanced)

If you prefer FTP or encounter upload size limitations with the dashboard method, you can manually install via FTP:

1. Unzip the digiconsent-pro.zip file on your computer
2. Connect to your website via FTP using FileZilla, Cyberduck, or your preferred FTP client
3. Navigate to /wp-content/plugins/ directory
4. Upload the entire digiconsent-pro folder to this directory
5. Return to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to Plugins
6. Find DigiConsent Pro in the plugin list and click Activate

Step 4: Activate Your License Key

With DigiConsent Pro installed and activated as a plugin, the final step is activating your license key to unlock all Pro features.

Locating the License Activation Page

After activating the plugin, you should automatically be directed to the DigiConsent settings page. If not, navigate manually:

1. In your WordPress dashboard, go to Settings > DigiConsent
2. Click the License tab (or Pro License, depending on your version)

This page contains the license activation form where you’ll enter your license key.

Entering Your License Key

1. Locate the License Key field on the License settings page
2. Copy your license key from the purchase confirmation email (the entire alphanumeric string)
3. Paste the license key into the License Key field
4. Click Activate License

The plugin will now communicate with our licensing servers to validate your key. This process typically takes 2-5 seconds.

Successful Activation Confirmation

When activation succeeds, you’ll see a green success message confirming that your license is active. The page will display:

• License Status: Active
• License Type: Your license tier (Single Site, 5-Site, or Unlimited)
• Expires: Your license expiration date (typically one year from purchase)
• Sites Activated: Number of sites currently using this license / Total allowed sites

All Pro features are now unlocked and available for configuration. You can immediately begin setting up geolocation targeting, display controls, iframe blocking, and other premium capabilities.

Troubleshooting License Activation Issues

While license activation typically works smoothly, you may occasionally encounter issues. Here are the most common problems and their solutions.

Error: Invalid License Key

This error means the license key wasn’t recognized by our licensing servers.

Possible causes and solutions:

• Typo in license key: Carefully copy the entire license key from your email, ensuring no extra spaces before or after. License keys are long and easy to partially copy.
• Wrong product license: Ensure you’re using a DigiConsent Pro license key, not a key for a different product.
• Revoked or refunded license: If you requested a refund, your license key will be deactivated. Contact support if you believe this is an error.

Error: License Key Already in Use

This error indicates you’ve reached the activation limit for your license tier.

Possible causes and solutions:

• All activations used: A Single Site license can only activate on one website. If you’ve already activated it elsewhere, you must deactivate it there first or upgrade to a higher-tier license.
• Previous activation on same site: If you reinstalled WordPress or moved your site, the old activation may still be registered. Log into your account dashboard on our website and manually deactivate previous installations, then try again.
• Staging and production sites: Both staging and production environments count toward your activation limit. Deactivate staging copies when not actively testing.

Error: Connection Failed or Timeout

This error means your WordPress site couldn’t communicate with our licensing servers.

Possible causes and solutions:

• Firewall blocking outbound connections: Some hosting providers or security plugins block outbound API requests. Temporarily disable security plugins or contact your host to whitelist our licensing domain.
• Server connectivity issues: Check if your website can connect to external services in general. Test by installing another plugin that requires external API access.
• Temporary server outage: Our licensing servers are highly reliable but occasionally undergo maintenance. Wait 15-30 minutes and try again.

License Shows Active But Pro Features Unavailable

Rarely, license activation succeeds but Pro features don’t appear in the settings.

Possible causes and solutions:

• Caching plugin interference: Clear all caches (WordPress cache, page cache, browser cache) and reload the settings page.
• Old free version still active: If you installed Pro alongside the free version without deactivating the free version first, conflicts may occur. Deactivate and delete the free version, then reactivate Pro.
• Plugin not fully updated: Ensure you’re running the latest version of DigiConsent Pro by checking Plugins for available updates.

Verifying Pro Features Are Active

After successful license activation, verify that Pro features are available:

1. Navigate to Settings > DigiConsent
2. Check for Pro-exclusive tabs and settings including:
   • Geolocation tab: Configure country, EU, and US state targeting
   • Display Controls section: Set delays, scroll triggers, exit intent
   • Page Lock options: Enable blur effects and interaction blocking
   • Hero Media settings: Upload images or videos to banners
   • Iframe Blocker tab: Configure YouTube, Vimeo, Google Maps blocking
   • Floating Button settings: Enable persistent manage preferences button

If you see all these options, your license is properly activated and all Pro features are available.

Understanding License Limitations

DigiConsent Pro licenses have specific limitations based on the tier you purchased. Understanding these helps avoid activation issues.

Single Site License

Activates on exactly one production website. If you need to move the license to a different site, you must first deactivate it from the current site via the License settings page, then activate it on the new site.

Staging sites: Using staging or development copies counts toward your activation limit. Deactivate your license on staging sites when not actively testing to preserve your production activation.

5-Site License

Activates on up to five different websites simultaneously. Ideal for agencies managing multiple client sites or businesses operating several web properties.

You can view all active installations and manage them through your account dashboard on our website, allowing you to deactivate sites remotely if needed.

Unlimited License

Activates on unlimited websites with no restrictions. Perfect for large agencies, developers managing many projects, or businesses with extensive web portfolios.

Managing Your License After Activation

Once activated, your license requires minimal management, but understanding these aspects helps you maintain uninterrupted Pro access.

License Renewal

DigiConsent Pro licenses are valid for one year from purchase. Before expiration, you’ll receive email reminders to renew. After expiration:

• Pro features continue working on your site
• You no longer receive plugin updates or new features
• Support access becomes limited

Renew your license to continue receiving updates, security patches, new features, and priority support. Renewal typically costs less than the initial purchase.

Deactivating Your License

If you need to move your license to a different website or free up an activation slot:

1. Navigate to Settings > DigiConsent > License
2. Click Deactivate License
3. Confirm the deactivation

This frees the activation slot, allowing you to activate the license on a different website. Pro features become unavailable on the deactivated site.

Upgrading License Tiers

If you need more activation slots (e.g., upgrading from Single Site to 5-Site), contact our support team. We’ll calculate the prorated difference and issue you an upgraded license key.

Security Best Practices

Protect your DigiConsent Pro license key using these security practices:

• Don’t share your license key: Treat it like a password. Each license is for your use only.
• Don’t publish license keys: Never commit license keys to public GitHub repositories or include them in public documentation.
• Use secure storage: Save your purchase confirmation email in a secure password manager or encrypted storage.
• Monitor activations: Regularly check your account dashboard to ensure your license is only active on websites you control.
• Deactivate unused sites: Remove activations from old staging sites, abandoned projects, or decommissioned websites.

Getting Help

If you encounter activation issues not covered in this guide, our support team is here to help:

• Documentation: Browse our complete documentation library for detailed guides
• Support tickets: Submit a support ticket through your account dashboard for Pro-specific assistance
• Email support: Contact our support email included in your purchase confirmation

When requesting activation help, include:

• The exact error message you’re seeing
• Your license tier (Single Site, 5-Site, or Unlimited)
• Your website URL
• WordPress version and DigiConsent Pro version numbers

This information helps our team diagnose and resolve issues quickly.

Next Steps After Activation

With your DigiConsent Pro license successfully activated, you’re ready to configure advanced features:

• Set up geolocation targeting: Configure country-specific, EU, or US state-based consent rules
• Configure display controls: Implement scroll triggers, delays, or exit intent detection
• Enable iframe blocking: Block YouTube, Vimeo, and Google Maps until consent is obtained
• Customize hero media: Add engaging images or videos to your consent banners
• Add floating manage button: Give visitors persistent access to cookie preference management

Explore our Pro features documentation to learn how to configure each capability and create the perfect consent experience for your visitors while maintaining comprehensive compliance across all jurisdictions where you operate.