Software licensing and distribution API for developers selling desktop apps, on-premise software, or any product needing license keys.
Every licensing model — perpetual, timed, trial, node-locked, floating, metered, feature-based
Device activation, user identity, and license validation via REST API
Distribution API for software updates via npm, PyPI, Docker, and more
Cloud or self-hosted with flat monthly pricing — no revenue percentage
Source: Keygen·Verified March 2026
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Keygen is best for small software companies or indie developers who sell desktop apps or on-premise software and need a reliable way to manage license keys and software distribution. The free tier handles up to 100 active users with no revenue share, and the $49/month Standard plan is straightforward pricing that won't punish you as you grow. The catch is that this is a developer-first API tool, so if you don't have coding skills or a developer on your team, you'll struggle to set it up.
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Last researched: March 2026
