Setting Up WebReports with Offline License Registration – BridgeWorks Help Center

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Article Goal

Learn how to configure WebReports for Offline License Registration, allowing license activation without requiring an internet connection. This is useful in secure or isolated environments.

What Is Offline License Registration?

Offline License Registration allows WebReports to be activated using a manually issued license file from BridgeWorks, instead of reaching out to a license server over the internet.

Tip: This method is ideal for environments with restricted network access or where outbound internet traffic is not allowed for security reasons.

Why Use Offline Licensing?

Works in environments without internet access
Avoids firewall or proxy configuration issues
Allows activation in secure or air-gapped systems
Ensures license portability across machines

Use Case: You’re setting up WebReports in a highly secure network where no internet access is allowed. Using the offline license option enables you to activate the software manually.

Where Do You Register Offline?

The Offline License form is available inside the WebReports registration screen. You’ll need to generate a UniqueID and send it to BridgeWorks Support to receive a license.

Video Tutorial:

Steps to Register WebReports with an Offline License

Step 1: Login to WebReports

Launch the WebReports application
Navigate to the registration screen

Step 2: Fill Out the Registration Form

Enter the required fields: Company ID and License Key
Enable the Offline License checkbox

Step 3: Save the Form

Click the Save button to generate your Unique ID

Step 4: Email BridgeWorks Support

Send the following info to:

Email: support@bridgeworksllc.com
Subject: Offline License Registration

Include:

UniqueID
CompanyID
License Key

Example:

Step 5: Receive Your Offline License

BridgeWorks will send you a license file for offline activation

Step 6: Add the License to `appsettings.json`

Open your appsettings.json file
Locate the registration section
Paste the offline license string into the appropriate field
Save the file

Tip: Be sure the license string is enclosed in double quotes to avoid JSON formatting issues.

Article Summary

Offline License Registration allows you to activate WebReports without internet connectivity by generating a UniqueID and receiving a license file from BridgeWorks support. This is especially valuable in secure or air-gapped environments where regular license communication is restricted. Once received, the license string is added to your appsettings.json file to complete the registration process.

Use Case: You’re deploying WebReports in a locked-down environment where online activation isn’t possible—offline licensing ensures seamless setup without compromising on security.