Here’s a concise breakdown of that feature and how it works:

: Choose the feature key you wish to download. This could be for a specific feature, a service subscription, or for activating the device. Once selected, you can usually download the key directly or have it emailed to you.

The "download" of a feature key can happen in two primary ways:

| Problem | Likely Fix | |---------|-------------| | “Invalid feature key” error | Make sure you downloaded the key for the correct serial number and firmware version. | | Feature not showing after upload | Restart the firewall. Some subscriptions require a full reboot. | | Cannot find download option in portal | Check if the device is registered and the subscription is assigned to it. |

Use this guide to quickly obtain and install a feature key (license) for a WatchGuard Firebox appliance.

Before downloading a key, you must link the device to your WatchGuard account. Go to the WatchGuard Activation Portal and log in. Enter the of your Firebox.