This guide will help you get your Sonnox plugins up and running on a new computer as quickly as possible so you can continue your work without interruption.

You can install Sonnox plugins on as many computers as you like, but your licences must be activated on the correct system or device to work.

Prerequisites

• Your iLok account credentials.
• The iLok License Manager installed on your new computer (download here).
• The latest Sonnox plugins (download here).
• Your iLok USB (if applicable).

Step‑by‑Step Solution

1. Install the Required Software on Your New Computer

1. Download and install the latest iLok License Manager from iLok.com.
2. Download and install the latest Sonnox plug‑ins from the Sonnox Installer Page.

2. Move Your Licence to the New Computer

If You Use an iLok USB (Dongle)

• Plug your iLok USB (Gen 2 or Gen 3) into your new computer.
• Open iLok License Manager and sign in.
• Make sure your Sonnox licences are showing as activated on the iLok USB.
• Right‑click the iLok USB in the left panel → Synchronise to ensure it’s up‑to‑date.

Tip: Your plug‑ins will be authorised automatically as long as the iLok is connected.

If You Use iLok Cloud

• iLok Cloud sessions can only be open on one computer at a time.
• On your new computer:
  1. Open iLok License Manager → File → Open Cloud Session.
  2. Sign in with your iLok account credentials.
• If a session is still open on your old machine, you’ll be prompted to close it — you can do this remotely.

For more details, see [How to Use iLok Cloud Authorisation].

If You Use Machine Authorisation

• Machine‑authorised licences must be deactivated on your old computer before you can activate them on a new one.
• On your old computer:
  1. Open iLok License Manager.
  2. Right‑click the activated licence → Deactivate.
• On your new computer:
  1. Sign in to iLok License Manager.
  2. Right‑click the licence in the Available tab → Activate → This Computer.

If You No Longer Have Access to Your Old Computer

• You’ll need to request a location reset from iLok:
  1. Open iLok License Manager on your new computer.
  2. Locate your old (unavailable) machine in the left panel.
  3. Right‑click → Report as Unusable.
  4. iLok will contact Sonnox to approve the reset so you can re‑activate.

Troubleshooting / Alternative Fixes

• Plug‑in not showing in your DAW – See Why Doesn’t My Plug‑in Show Up in My DAW?.

• Licence not available to activate – Check you are signed in to the correct iLok account (see Do I Have More Than One iLok Account?).

• Cloud session won’t open – Ensure you’re running the latest version of iLok License Manager.

FAQ / Common Questions

Q: Can I install Sonnox plug‑ins on more than one computer? 
A: Yes, but you can only run them on systems where you have an active iLok authorisation (USB, Cloud, or Machine). 
 

Q: Can I move my licence without internet access? 
A: Only if you are using an iLok USB — Cloud and Machine Authorisation require internet at least during activation. 
 

Q: What if I forget to deactivate my old computer before selling it? 
A: You’ll need to request a location reset as described above.

Related Articles / Links

• How to Use iLok Cloud Authorisation

• Why Doesn’t My Plug‑in Show Up in My DAW?

• Do I Have More Than One iLok Account?