If your application lacks a clear entry point (like ASP.NET), you can set the key in a static constructor or the Application_Start event in Global.asax.cs to guarantee it runs early.
If an error occurs, the first step is always to verify that the LicenseKey property is set to a valid key and that this code is executed before any other interactions with the library.
Mastering Xceed Words .NET Licensing: A Comprehensive Guide to Xceed.Words.NET.Licenser.LicenseKey
Store the key in your appsettings.json or web.config file and load it dynamically at runtime. xceed.words.net.licenser.licensekey
| Symptom | Likely Cause | How to Fix | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | A generic runtime exception is thrown when your app starts. | The LicenseKey property was not set at all, or was set after the first Xceed method was called. | Ensure you have a line of code setting Xceed.Words.NET.Licenser.LicenseKey = "Your-Key" . Place this line at the very beginning of your application's main entry point. | | The same exception appears, but your key is in the code. | The license key is invalid, has been typed incorrectly, or has expired. | Double-check the key for typos. Make sure it's the correct key for Xceed Words for .NET (it should start with "WDN"). If you're using a trial key past its 45-day expiration, you need to purchase a license. | | An exception occurs, but only when running on a different machine. | You are deploying a trial-licensed app to a test machine without a valid license key for that environment. | You need a temporary trial license key for your test machine. Obtain one from the Xceed Component Licenser and set it in your code before deployment. |
Set the key in Global.asax.cs under Application_Start .
The of Xceed Words for .NET you are currently running If your application lacks a clear entry point (like ASP
If you need help configuring this for a specific architecture, please let me know:
While a basic non-commercial version exists via open-source repositories like the Xceed DocX GitHub under a community agreement, the advanced corporate version—which includes priority support, regular bug fixes, complex formatting tools, and PDF conversion—requires a valid commercial or trial license key.
: You can get a license key from the official Xceed website or by requesting a trial key from their support team. | Symptom | Likely Cause | How to
feature in your application, you must set the static property with your valid license key any other Xceed Words classes are instantiated. 1. Obtain Your License Key You must have a valid key provided by . If you don't have one, you can contact Xceed Support or use a trial key if available. 2. Implementation by Application Type
To help narrow down any issues you might be experiencing with this library, let me know: What you are currently running?
document.InsertParagraph("Hello, World! This document was created using a licensed Xceed component."); document.Save();
No. Licensing the component in your code is a one-time action at the start of your application's execution. You do not need to install the license key on each client machine.