LIC files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Software License File
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store license |
| Additional Functions |
Activate software, Validate usage |
| Features |
Key-based, Encrypted |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
Encrypted text |
| Supports Layers |
N/A |
| Supports Transparency |
N/A |
| Editable |
No, Typically |
Use Cases
| Software Activation |
Yes |
| License Management |
Yes |
| Software Distribution |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Piracy, License tampering |
| Best Practices |
Secure storage, Backup licenses |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.key, .dat, .license |
Software Compatibility
| Software |
Usage Policy |
OS Compatibility |
 Various Software |
Associated with purchase |
Varies |
Type 2: Lic Project
File Function
| Primary Function |
Store license data |
| Additional Functions |
Software activation, Validate usage |
| Features |
Encrypted, Serialized |
File Characteristics
| Quality |
Not applicable |
| Supports Layers |
No |
| Supports Transparency |
No |
| Editable |
No |
Use Cases
| Software Licensing |
Yes |
| Product Activation |
Yes |
| License Management |
Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks |
Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices |
Keep secure, Limit distribution |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions |
.key, .dat, .ser |
