Activate BarTender Offline with Mobile Device – BarTender Instructions
Target Audience: IT Manager
Article #: 13876
Summary
This Instruction Article explains how to activate BarTender client on a without Internet connection. This can be done, on supported versions, by browser (with Internet connection) or on a mobile device.
Preparation
- A browser with Internet connection is required to complete the offline activation.
- A mobile phone can be used in BarTender 2021 R6 or later.
- Your license activation code
Instructions
- From the BarTender Internet Connection window, select “Activate by Using Mobile Device”.

Figure 1 – BarTender Internet Activation Screen
- The Mobile Device Activation appears with QR code.
Figure 2 – BarTender Mobile Device Activation Screen
- With the mobile device, scan the QR code. The code brings you to a webpage where you can get a product activation code and then enter that code at the prompt.
If the activation code was already used on another computer (and not deactivated yet), your only option will be a Provisional (i.e., temporary) Activation. To execute a Provisional Activation, select the “Activate Provisionally” checkbox and select the “Generate Product Activation Code” button. Seagull Scientific will issue you a special provisional activation code.
Figure 3 – BarTender Activation Failure w/ Provisional Activation Option
- If Seagull Scientific accepts the activation code (or Provisional Activation code), you will get a confirmation screen.
Figure 4 – BarTender Successful Off-Line Activation
Outside sources and helpful links
Activate BarTender Offline with Browser – Instruction Article.
Additional comments
Tested Using: BarTender 2021 R6 or later
If you need further assistance, please contact us.
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