About softkey licenses
When you install InduSoft Web Studio, EmbeddedView, or CEView, the program generates a unique site code. You can send this site code to your software vendor, who will then generate a site key to match your site code. You can then use the site key to install the license on your Windows computer or Windows Embedded device, as opposed to having the license stored on a hardkey.
Note: When you use a softkey, the license is recorded in the computer or device’s permanent memory. If the computer is damaged or lost, you will lose the license.