| Attribute | Details | |-----------|---------| | | 14 days | | Features | Access to all premium features and add-ons | | Intended use | Evaluation purposes only | | Production use | ❌ Not allowed | | Editor loads | Does not consume editor loads |
If you use the 'GPL' key but attempt to load premium plugins, you will encounter the license-key-plugin-not-allowed error, as the GPL license does not cover commercial features.
For projects: Purchase a plan and input your unique cryptographic key string. ckeditor 5 license key
: Double-check that you've copied the key exactly from the Customer Portal. Ensure your subscription or trial is still active. If the issue persists, generate a new key from the portal or contact support.
If you have purchased a commercial subscription, replace 'gpl' with your unique alphanumeric key: javascript | Attribute | Details | |-----------|---------| | |
Basic text formatting, lists, links, images, tables, block quotes, autoformatting. (Under GPL) Premium Productivity
💡 If you are an existing user upgrading from a version prior to 44.0.0, please note that license keys are now in a new format. You must log in to the Customer Portal to get your updated key. Ensure your subscription or trial is still active
If your project is fully open-source (GPL-compliant) but you want advanced features like real-time collaboration, track changes, or export to PDF, CKEditor offers a free tier.
| Myth | Reality | |------|---------| | “I need a license key to use CKEditor 5 at all.” | False — the GPL version requires no key. | | “The license key is just a formality.” | False — it’s a legal and technical requirement for commercial use and premium features. | | “My key works across multiple domains.” | Depends on your license tier. Some keys are domain-locked, others are developer licenses. Check your agreement. | | “I can hide the license warning and be fine.” | No — the missing key is logged, and CKSource actively checks for compliance. |
Key changes introduced in v44.0.0 include:
| Attribute | Details | |-----------|---------| | | Typically 24 hours | | Features | Open-source features only | | Intended use | Quick evaluations, demos, code samples | | Production use | ❌ Not allowed | | Editor loads | Does not consume editor loads |