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The UniKey Envelope tool automatically wraps your software, with the click of the mouse, to
secure and protect your intellectual property against hacking and reverse-engineering.
UniKey APIs are pre-configured, higher level APIs for popular l icense models such as
subscription, evaluation and pay-per-use. The UniKey API lets you customize your protection
and insert calls to your protection keys throughout your application source code.
How does UniKey protect my intellectual property?
What types of business models does UniKey support?
UniKey supports a wide variety of business models for selling and distributing software. Such
as: Perpetual, Rental, Subscription, Module-based, Feature-based, Floating Users, Real
Time-based, Execution-based. UniKey also allows you to define your own, unique terms to
enable virtually any sales and distribution model.
In addition, UniKey enables implementation of trialware and"super-distribution"
incorporation of hardware-based protection following trial.
I currently use another brand hardware key product. What will I do with
my keys in the field?
The local UniKey representative or authorized distributor can help you move from another
Brand hardware key t o UniKey, and give you details regarding S ecuTech’s replacement
program.
We also provide comprehensive technical support, and if necessary, professional services to
assist you in making the transition.
How do I implement UniKey Hardware key?
Speed Implementation - UniKey APIs
The best implementation of any protection scheme should include complete integration into
your application through APIs. B y using UniKey APIs, you can obtain the highest level of
security and control over sophisticated license designs without spending time on lower level
programming. UniKey APIs are pre-configured, higher level APIs for popular license models
such as subscription, evaluation and pay-per-use. The UniKey API lets you customize your
protection and insert calls to your protection keys throughout your application source code.
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Quickly Add Protection - UniKey Envelope
With the UniKey Envelope, you can enhance overall security by adding multiple layers to
thwart hacking attempts, preventing memory dumping and protecting against debuggers.
The UniKey Envelope enables you t o embed licensing and protect your application in
minutes, even i f don't have access t o source code. The UniKey E nvelope offers a way to
quickly add protection and obfuscation to your application without requiring any alteration
to the source code.
Will the implementation of UniKey Keys delay my product launch?
The time it takes to implement UniKey Hardware Keys varies depending on the type of license
models that you plan to implement and the number of applications you need to protect.
By using UniKey API, you can obtain the highest level o f security and control over
sophisticated license designs without spending time on lower level programming. Business
Layer APIs are pre-configured, higher level APIs for popular l icense models such as
subscription, evaluation and pay-per-use. These tools typically reduce the programming time
required to secure a new application by up to 60% or more compared to other hardware key
solutions.
Can I update keys that have been deployed?
Flexibility t o update UniKey hardware keys remotely: A powerful Remote Update System
sends encrypted and RSA digitally-signed license terms to users — ensuring secure updates
of keys and licenses in the field.
How do I enable my distributors to fulfill licenses?
UniKey Hardware Keys allow you to securely control your distribution channels through the
use o f Distributor Keys. You can assign and securely imbed encryption keys during the
manufacturing process in order to control the creation of licenses through your channels.
Distributor Keys can enforce limits such as a maximum number of licenses or the creation of
trial versions only.
How do I enable my distributors to fulfill licenses?
UniKey Hardware Keys allow you to securely control your distribution channels through the
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use of Distributor Keys. You can assign and securely imbed encryption keys during the
manufacturing process in order to control the creation of licenses through your channels.
Distributor Keys can enforce limits such as a maximum number of licenses or the creation
of trial versions only.
Are end-users able to control license usage?
Network administrators can cancel licenses in order to redistribute among users or revoke
idle licenses. This provides administrators with the ability to control optimal license use
across the enterprise.
Are the UniKey Keys RoHS compliant?
Yes. All UniKey products will be built fully RoHS compliant. Legacy products are also being
transitioned into RoHS compliance.
Does UniKey dongle have a Versatile Memory?
The size of basic memory is up to 4K.
All the memory is encrypted and CRC checked when communicating with applications.
The memory works for the general purpose o f copy protection and software license
control.
What operating system does UniKey support?
Windows 98SE, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows 2003, Vista ,
Windows 7, Linux 2. 4, MacOS X, FreeBSD , (both 32 and 64bit)
What programming language does UniKey support?
Visual C++( 6,7,8,9) , Visual Basic, Visual FoxPro, Delphi( 6,7,2005,2008,2009)
Builder, Java, Access, Real Basic, Fortran , WinDEV, Visual DataFlex, Lab Windows,
LabView, Claron, FileMaker, Director, Borland C++, C++ Builder, C#, Visual C++.NET,
Visual Basic.NET, and etc.
Any compiler working with DLL/LIB.
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What is the meaning of the light on the UniKey dongle?
If the light is flashing, it means either the UniKey dongle is working or the system did not
install the driver properly. You can update/replace the driver manually. I f the light is a
constantly bright light, it means the UniKey dongle is ready to use.
Why choose UniKey dongle to protect Flash Files?
Traditional software protection dongle could protect data files such as Flash files.
UniKey Flash Packer is a completed SWF files protection / encryption / license solution. It
wraps the SWF file and encrypts it with the AES algorithm. Only users with a correct UniKey
dongle can decrypt the file and play the SWF file.
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UniKey Flash Packer embeds a Macromedia?
Flash Player along with the SWF files. End-users need not install a Flash player before
enjoying the protected flash file.
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