What is a Download Access Code and what can I do with it?

A Download Access Code can be considered as a voucher for a software product and its license. By redeeming a Download Access Code online you get download options for the software as well as an Activation Code which allows for downloading and activating the license.
See "Where do I redeem my Download Access Code?" below. 

Where can I find my Download Access Code?

In many cases, the Download Access Code is what you receive when you purchase Steinberg software. But it can also be part of a bundle that contains music hardware and Steinberg software. Special promotional or educational offers might also involve Download Access Codes.

• If you've purchased software as a download online, the Download Access Code has been provided by email.
• If your Steinberg software is part of a hardware bundle, the Download Access Code is usually printed on an included card - the 'Essential Product License Information'.   

Where do I redeem my Download Access Code?

Download Access Codes can be redeemed in two ways: 

Steinberg Download Assistant (recommended)

By redeeming a Download Access Code in the Steinberg Download Assistant you get two jobs done: Downloading the software and activating its license. Just enter the Download Access Code and the Steinberg Download Assistant guides you through required steps.

• Steinberg Download Assistant download
• Steinberg Download Assistant step-by-step-guide

MySteinberg

You can also redeem a Download Access Code in your MySteinberg account.  

Once you've logged in, click on "Enter Download Access Code" and follow the on-screen instructions.

Please note that redeeming Download Access Codes in the Steinberg Download Assistant (see above) is more convenient.  

How does a Download Access Code look like?

A Download Access Code is a string of alphabetic and numeric characters divided into 5 groups with 5 digits each. Here's an example: 12ABC-DEFG3-HI4JK-5L67M-8NO99