A: No. The Extended License features (As-Built editing, firmware update) are only available on the Windows version of FORScan. The mobile apps are for diagnostics only.
A: This almost always means you changed computers, reinstalled Windows (which changes the Hardware ID), or you are using a key generated for a different Hardware ID. Generate a new key with your current ID.
In this guide, we will explain exactly what an Extended License is, why you need it, how to obtain a legitimate key (including the 2-month free trial), and the step-by-step process to activate it without falling for dangerous "key generator" scams. Before diving into the licensing, let's establish the baseline. FORScan is a powerful, Windows-based (and now iOS/Android) software designed specifically for vehicles built on the Ford Motor Company platform.
A: No. The Extended License features (As-Built editing, firmware update) are only available on the Windows version of FORScan. The mobile apps are for diagnostics only.
A: This almost always means you changed computers, reinstalled Windows (which changes the Hardware ID), or you are using a key generated for a different Hardware ID. Generate a new key with your current ID.
In this guide, we will explain exactly what an Extended License is, why you need it, how to obtain a legitimate key (including the 2-month free trial), and the step-by-step process to activate it without falling for dangerous "key generator" scams. Before diving into the licensing, let's establish the baseline. FORScan is a powerful, Windows-based (and now iOS/Android) software designed specifically for vehicles built on the Ford Motor Company platform.
