| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | License Type | Per‑Server (host‑bound) or Floating (network‑wide). | | Distribution | Keys are delivered via secure email after purchase or via the Franson Customer Portal. | | Activation | The key is entered on the “License Management” page; GPSGate validates it by contacting Franson’s licensing web‑service (HTTPS, TLS 1.2+). | | Renewal | For time‑limited keys, the server warns 30 days before expiration and can auto‑renew if a valid credit card token is stored. | | Compliance Checks | The server periodically re‑validates the key (default: every 48 h) to detect tampering or hardware changes. |
The key itself is a Base64‑encoded string of the following binary layout: Franson Gpsgate 2.6 License Key
| 4‑byte Magic | 2‑byte Version | 1‑byte Edition | 2‑byte SeatCount |
| 8‑byte Expiration (Unix epoch) | 6‑byte HostHash | 256‑bit RSA Signature |
Only the Franson licensing server can generate a valid RSA signature; any alteration invalidates the key. | Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | License
Franson GpsGate 2.6 is a legacy software application designed for GPS data management, specifically allowing users to share a single GPS receiver among multiple applications simultaneously. Released in the mid-2000s, this version became popular among fleet managers, logistics coordinators, and outdoor enthusiasts who needed to distribute GPS signals from one device to several mapping or tracking programs. Only the Franson licensing server can generate a
| Symptom | Likely Cause | Diagnostic Steps | Remedy |
|---------|--------------|-------------------|--------|
| “Invalid license key” | Key corrupted (copy‑paste error) or wrong edition. | 1. Verify Base64 string length (≈ 344 chars). 2. Compare with receipt. | Re‑paste the key or request a new key from support. |
| “License expired” | Time‑limited key reached expiration. | 1. Check System → License → Expiration date. 2. Verify server clock (NTP). | Renew through the portal; sync server time. |
| “Host‑binding mismatch” | Server hardware changed (new NIC MAC) after activation. | 1. Run gpsgate‑license‑info --hosthash. 2. Compare with stored hash in UI. | Generate a new key bound to the new host, or request a “host‑agnostic” key (enterprise option). |
| “Unable to reach licensing server” | Outbound firewall blocks license.franson.com:443. | 1. curl -v https://license.franson.com/validate. 2. Examine firewall logs. | Open outbound HTTPS to Franson’s licensing domain or use offline activation. |
| “Seat count exceeded” | More concurrent users/devices than licensed. | 1. Review System → License → Seats in use. 2. Check audit logs for user sessions. | Purchase additional seats or reduce concurrent connections. |
Logging: All license‑related events are recorded in gpsgate.log with severity INFO for successful validation and ERROR for failures. Increase log verbosity (loglevel=debug) when diagnosing obscure errors.
While version 2.6 is obsolete, GpsGate AB offers modern versions with enhanced features, cloud integration, and active support. Visit their official website for current pricing.