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How to Set the License Key on Your FiveM Server

Set the FiveM license key on a FiveM server

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Apr 9, 2026

To start your FiveM server correctly, you need to set a license key in the settings. Without this key, your server will not start.

Generate license key

  1. Open Cfx.re Portal
    Open the official Cfx.re Portal.

  2. Sign in
    Sign in with your Cfx.re account or create a new one.

  3. Generate key
    Create a new license key for your server and copy it.

Set license key

  1. Open dashboard
    Open the dashboard of your server.

  2. Open settings
    Navigate to the Settings.

  3. Enter license key
    Enter the generated key in the License Key field.

  4. Restart the server
    Save the setting and restart your server.

Written byEmeraldHost Team
Last updated on Apr 9, 2026 Edit on GitHub

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