Using IronWebScraper License Keys
If you decide to purchase a license for IronWebScraper, you will instantly receive a license key as soon as your payment has cleared. This license will be displayed on the checkout screen and also be sent by email.
Setting your IronWebScraper license key using code
Add this code to the startup of your application, before IronWebScraper is used.
// Set the license key for IronWebScraper at the startup of your application.
IronWebScraper.License.LicenseKey = "IRONSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01";// Set the license key for IronWebScraper at the startup of your application.
IronWebScraper.License.LicenseKey = "IRONSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01";' Set the license key for IronWebScraper at the startup of your application.
IronWebScraper.License.LicenseKey = "IRONSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01"Setting your IronWebScraper license key using Web.Config or App.Config
To apply a key globally to your application using Web.Config or App.Config, add the following key to your config file in appSettings.
<configuration>
...
<appSettings>
<!-- Add your IronWebScraper license key here -->
<add key="IronWebScraper.LicenseKey" value="IRONWEBSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01"/>
</appSettings>
...
</configuration><configuration>
...
<appSettings>
<!-- Add your IronWebScraper license key here -->
<add key="IronWebScraper.LicenseKey" value="IRONWEBSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01"/>
</appSettings>
...
</configuration>There is a known licensing issue between IronWebScraper version 2023.4.13 - 2024.3.6 on projects:
- ASP.NET projects
- .NET Framework version >= 4.6.2
The key stored in a Web.config file is NOT being picked up and used by the product. Visit the 'Setting License Key in Web.config' troubleshooting article to learn more.
To test if your key has been installed correctly
// Test if the IronWebScraper license key is valid.
bool result = IronWebScraper.License.IsValidLicense("IRONWEBSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01");// Test if the IronWebScraper license key is valid.
bool result = IronWebScraper.License.IsValidLicense("IRONWEBSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01");' Test if the IronWebScraper license key is valid.
Dim result As Boolean = IronWebScraper.License.IsValidLicense("IRONWEBSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01")Get started with your project
Follow our tutorial on how to Get Started with IronWebScraper.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I receive my license key after purchasing a web scraping license?
Upon purchasing a license, you will receive your IronWebScraper license key immediately once your payment has cleared. It will be displayed on the checkout screen and also sent to you via email.
How can I set my web scraper license key programmatically in a C# application?
You can set your IronWebScraper license key at the startup of your application using the following code: IronWebScraper.License.LicenseKey = "IRONSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01";
How do I configure my web scraper license key using Web.Config or App.Config?
To apply your IronWebScraper license key globally, add it to your configuration file under appSettings: <add key="IronWebScraper.LicenseKey" value="IRONWEBSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01"/>
What should I do if my license key is not recognized in a Web.config file for ASP.NET projects?
There is a known issue with IronWebScraper versions 2023.4.13 to 2024.3.6 where the key stored in a Web.config file is not used in ASP.NET projects with .NET Framework version >= 4.6.2. Refer to the troubleshooting article for more information.
How can I verify if my web scraper license key has been installed correctly?
You can verify the installation of your IronWebScraper license key by executing the following code snippet: bool result = IronWebScraper.License.IsValidLicense("IRONWEBSCRAPER-MYLICENSE-KEY-1EF01");
Where can I find a tutorial to begin using the web scraper?
A comprehensive tutorial on getting started with IronWebScraper is available. You can access it by visiting the link provided on the webpage.
