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Plugin Installation & Activation

Plugin Installation & Activation

Plugin Installation & Activation

Guides and instructions on installing and activating MixWave plugins.

Last updated on 23 Dec, 2025

Getting Started

  1. Create an iLok Account  if you do not have one. (free)

  2. Download and install iLok License Manager  if you do not have it. (free)

  3. Go to your desired product and click add to cart and complete the checkout process.

  4. After the checkout process is complete, you will be prompted to enter your iLok username and all licenses associated with your order will be deposited into your iLok account. Your order confirmation email will also include a link to enter your iLok ID. A valid iLok username is required.

  5. Visit the downloads page  to download your plugin(s).

Install & Activate

  1. Unzip, open and run the plugin installer to install your software.

  2. Open iLok License Manager and log in with your iLok account.

  3. Click the Available button in the top right of the window to find your newly deposited license.

  4. Right click on the license, select Activate, then choose either iLok USB dongle (2nd or 3rd Gen), iLok Cloud (internet-based), or your computer (Machine) as the location to activate the license.

  5. You can now use your software in DAW or standalone applications.

If you do not see your plugin in your DAW, please ensure you have restarted your DAW and/or rescanned for plugins.

NOTE: An iLok USB dongle is not required, and you can activate licenses via USB iLok Dongle, iLok Cloud, or Machine.

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