How to activate an ESET product

1. Visit the ESET Download Page

  • Open your web browser and navigate to the official ESET Download Page.
  • Click on “Show detailed download options” to view all available ESET products.
  • Select your product, such as ESET NOD32 Antivirus, ESET Internet Security, or ESET Smart Security Premium.
  • Click "Download" next to your selected product.

Image Description: The ESET download page with the "Show detailed download options" button highlighted and a list of products displayed.


2. Install the ESET Application

  • Once the download is complete, locate the installer file on your computer and double-click to run it.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.

Image Description: The ESET installation wizard with steps guiding the user through the setup process.


3. Launch the ESET Application

  • After installation, open the ESET application.
  • If prompted, sign in with your ESET account. If you don’t have an account, create one.

Image Description: The ESET application startup screen with options to sign in or create a new account.


4. Access the Activation Section

  • Click on the "Help and Support" menu.
  • Select "Activate Product" to open the activation window.

Image Description: The ESET application interface with the "Activate Product" option highlighted under the Help and Support section.


5. Enter Your Activation Code

  • Type or paste your 20-character activation key (e.g., XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX) into the provided field.
  • Click "Activate" to validate the code.

Image Description: The activation window displaying a text field for entering the activation code and a highlighted "Activate" button.


6. Confirm Activation

  • If the code is valid, a confirmation message will appear indicating that your product has been successfully activated.
  • Click "Finish" or "OK" to complete the activation process.

Image Description: A confirmation dialog box displaying "Activation Successful" with a "Finish" button.


7. Verify Your Subscription or License

  • To ensure your product is activated, go to "Help and Support" and select "About".
  • You should see your product's activation status and license details.

Image Description: The ESET "About" window displaying the product’s activation status and expiration date.


Troubleshooting Tips

  • Invalid Code: Double-check for typos.
  • No Internet Connection: Ensure your device is online during activation.
  • License Not Applied: Restart the application and verify activation.

For further assistance, visit ESET Support.