Pricing Tiers

iLok Licensing Pricing

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PACE Anti-Piracy provides flexible licensing and protection solutions for software of all sizes. Our pricing tiers reflect different levels of capability—from the simple wrapper for basic license enforcement to Fusion for advanced code protection and deeper integration.

Features

Starter

Everything you need to get started with software licensing

Starter includes:

Access to the iLok ecosystem
Software binary wrapped for licensing post-compilation
Perpetual, Time Limited, Subscription, Trial, Rental, Rent-to-Own and NFR license types
iLok USB and host machine activation locations
iLok Client API for in-app licensing logic and custom license handling
Licenses deposited through Shopify integration1 and activation codes

Standard

Secure licensing with easy deployment for your software

Everything in Starter plus:

Fusion Express for lightweight licensing protection
iLok Cloud for subscription licenses
Optional extras1:
iLok Remote API or CRM and e-commerce integrations

Premium

Secure licensing and protection of your software IP

Everything in Standard plus:

Fusion for advanced code and IP protection
iLok Cloud for all license types
iLok Remote API for CRM and e-commerce integrations
iLok Content Protection
Optional extras1:
White-Box Works for deep protection of algorithms and cryptographic operations

Support

Getting started tutorials
Online documentation
Email support

Support

Higher priority support

Support

Security consultation
Fast track support

Pricing

Tell us a little bit about your software
Perpetual
Subscription
What is you average selling price?
$100
What volume do you expect to sell per Month/Year?
1000 units

Starter

Technology access

$
2,000
per year 
2

Deposit fees

Perpetuals
2% of selling price4
Subscriptions
5% of selling price4

Standard

Technology access

$
5,000
per year 
2

Deposit fees

Perpetuals
5% of selling price4
Subscriptions
10% of selling price4
Volume discounts reduce the Technology access and deposit fees as you scale. Request a quote to learn more.

Premium

Available on request

1. Additional charges may apply.

2. Paid annually in advance.

3. Paid annually in advance. Quarterly payment may be considered on a case by case basis.

4. Minimum deposit fee $2.50. Database maintenance fees may be payable on perpetual licenses.

Indie Program

Our Start-up and Indie Developer Program gives new developers an affordable way to access PACE's advanced protection. It’s built to support start-ups to safely release advanced technology to their customers. It enables companies younger than three years old with revenue less than $75,000 to access PACE's standard tier for one year for $2,000.

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Your Licensing powered by iLok

Your licensing powered by iLok provides a secure licensing service which is fully customizable allowing you to build and monetize your own software ecosystem. Ideal for enterprises that wish for full control and branding of their software licensing.

  • Build your own product activation and license management experience
  • Use single sign-on so that your customers never leave your ecosystem
  • Connect everything together so your customer management platform becomes your single source of truth
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Frequently asked questions

What is the wrapper?

The wrapper ("wraptool") adds iLok license protection to your existing software without requiring code changes. It’s a fast, lightweight solution for developers who need basic license enforcement or work in environments where Fusion isn’t supported, such as .NET, MATLAB, or Unity.
Learn more about the wrapper →

What is the iLok ecosystem?

The iLok ecosystem allows end users to conveniently manage licenses from multiple software publishers in one place: their iLok account. They can take advantage of free tools like iLok License Manager.  For the software vendors, this greatly lowers their support costs.

What is Fusion Express?

Fusion Express gives a step up on security (resistance to reverse engineering and cracking) over PACE's wrapper technology. With a simple integration into the software's build system, it provides single-pass protection and anti-tampering based on static analysis of the target software.
Learn more about Fusion Express →

What is Fusion?

Fusion is PACE’s advanced protection and licensing system for developers who need more than basic enforcement. By integrating directly into your code, Fusion delivers strong obfuscation, anti-tampering, and secure runtime validation to protect your IP from reverse engineering and unauthorized use.

Learn more about Fusion

How do Wrapper, Fusion Express and Fusion compare?


Wrapper

Fusion Express

Fusion

Security level

Basic licensing
Hardened licensing checks
Strong IP protection

Integration

No code changes
Applied at compile time via lightweight build integration
Applied at compile time via build integration

Use Case

Simple products or unsupported frameworks
Protecting revenue of products finding market fit
Commercial software needing robust protection

Capabilities

Launch-time license check
Hardened licensing checks and anti-tamper
Obfuscation, anti-tamper, deep license control

Ideal For

Quick setup, low complexity
Protecting revenue against cracks
Professional-grade security and licensing

What is the iLok Client API?

The iLok Client API is a lightweight SDK that software developers can use to add directly licensing checks into their code (beyond those from the wrapper or injected by Fusion) and to customize license handling within their software.

What is the iLok Remote API?

The iLok Remote API gives software publishers a programmable interface (via REST or Thrift APIs) to PACE's services. This provides integration with CRM and e-commerce systems; and the ability to automate license deposits.

What is the Activation Experience?

The Activation Experience is iLok's out-of-the-box user interface for activating licenses. By default any iLok-enabled application will use these screens with no coding required; though the software developer has the option to develop their own UIs using the iLok Client API. The Activation Experience provides everything an end user needs to quickly and easily start using your software. The screens are brandable with your graphics and color choices.

Can I evaluate iLok Licensing before committing?

Yes, PACE provides a free 30-day evalution so you can ensure iLok Licensing meets your needs before committing to an annual contract.

Features

Strong Security

Leave software protection and license management to us - that's what we do. Your focus can be on developing great products.

Custom Settings

We put the control in your hands. Design your security and licensing model to work for your business.

Multiple License Types

Offer the type of licenses that meet your business needs: perpetual, subscription, network-based, trial, or timed.

Flexible Activations

You define when a license is required, and how it can be activated.

Subscription Support

Expand your user base with a lower entry cost. Subscriptions are easy to distribute and manage.

Demo at Launch Time

Hook your customer at first launch - choose to allow a trial period and specify what the user's options will be once the demonstration period is over.

Fast, Secure Database

Speed and security are serious business - we take care of that for you, processing millions of license activations a week.

Encrypted Communications

Our system uses encrypted channels to protect your software locally; you will never need to send us unprotected source files.

Reporting

Request and download custom reports - even track usage in real-time.

Customer Support

Our customers receive full documentation, quality support, and access to our engineering team.

Proven Track Record

Our protection stands strong for years, not hours or days.
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