Modern versions use cloud-based or local software licenses managed via specialized activation utilities (such as CADS License Manager or HASP/Sentinel LDK frameworks).

When a firm wants to test RebarCAD, the developer provides a temporary evaluation license. This allows full or partial access to the software for a set period (typically 15 to 30 days) to test compatibility and workflows. 2. Standalone Perpetual Licenses

Contact CADS SupportIf your hardware dongle is broken or you have migrated to a new server, contact CADS (Computer and Design Services Ltd) directly. Provide them with your company details and the "Lock Code" displayed in the license manager.

: Using unlicensed software in a professional engineering environment can lead to severe legal penalties and loss of professional indemnity insurance. Technical Note on Version 9.09

: Seamless exporting to Revit and other Building Information Modeling platforms.

Originally developed by CADS Software, RebarCAD is an industry-leading solution that runs seamlessly within the environment. For over a decade, it has been a critical tool for rebar fabricators, detailers, and structural engineers across the globe.

: Unofficial software often contains malware that can compromise corporate networks.

Using non-licensed professional software violates intellectual property laws. For businesses, this can lead to: