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My TouchCopy activation code does not work

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If you're having trouble activating TouchCopy, or your activation code isn’t working, this guide will help you resolve the issue.


Using the correct activation code

Please ensure you are using the correct activation code for your version of TouchCopy. Activation codes are specific to both the version purchased and the operating system (Windows or Mac) on which the software is installed.

Windows and Mac activation codes are not interchangeable .

TouchCopy (Latest Version)

  • TouchCopy is the latest version in the TouchCopy series. See what's new in TouchCopy.
  • If purchased from our website, you will have received an activation code for a Lifetime, 12-month, or 6-month license.

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TouchCopy 16 (Legacy)

  • Lifetime licenses start with TP16 (Windows) or TM16 (Mac).
  • 12-month licenses start with RP16 (Windows) or RM16 (Mac).

Download TouchCopy 16 for Windows (64-bit) Download TouchCopy 16 for Windows (32-bit) Download TouchCopy 16 for Mac

Older Legacy Versions

If you purchased TouchCopy 09 or TouchCopy 12, your activation code may begin with TCP9, TCM9, TP11, or TM11.

Please note that these versions are no longer supported. TouchCopy 09 and TouchCopy 12 have not been updated since 2010 and 2015 respectively, and their activation codes are no longer valid.

Lifetime activation codes never expire and can be used on up to 2 computers by the same user.

6- or 12-month activation codes can be used on 1 computer and expire after the stated term. Licenses do not renew automatically.

Read more about TouchCopy activation codes and licenses.

How to find your purchased activation code.


Expired Licenses

If you have a 6-month or 12-month TouchCopy activation code, please check that your license has not expired.

TouchCopy will let you know if you attempt to activate it with an expired license (activation error 16).

Activation error 16: license expired

To continue using the full version of TouchCopy, you'll need to purchase a new license. Please note that 6- and 12-month licenses are not subscriptions and do not renew automatically.

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Troubleshooting Activation Errors

If you've confirmed that you're using the correct version of TouchCopy and that your license hasn't expired, the issue may be related to an activation error.

If TouchCopy displays an activation error code (such as error 1, 3, 5, 16, 18, or 99), please see our support article for step-by-step guidance on resolving activation errors in TouchCopy.

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