The Ultimate List of Free Licensed Software for You to Grab6 min read

This is not really an ultimate list of free license software. Sorry for the misleading. 😀 So here I’ve highlighted four seven free licensed software that you would love to have them on your Windows desktop. They are Kaspersky Internet Security, System Mechanic, PC Tools File Recover and iolo Antivirus. Thanks to Raymond for finding the free promotions. ( Newly Added : Norman Virus Control , F-Secure Internet Security 2008 , Avira AntiVir Premium ) This promotion may expire anytime, so you might want hurry up and snap your favorite software. Note that this promotions are working as of 15 May 2008.

1. Kaspersky Internet Security

Kaspersky Internet Security provides you with the same proven anti-virus protection as Kaspersky Anti-Virus together with additional features including Parental Control, a personal firewall, an anti-spam filter, Privacy Control and more.

Here is how to get yourselves a 6-months Kaspersky Internet Security’s license key for free.

1. Visit this page. You’ll notice an activation code, copy it.
2. Then, visit this page. Paste the activation code. Leave the Customer ID and Password fields blank. Click “Next” to proceed.
3. Click “Download Key” to download your free license key file.
4. Download Kaspersky Internet Security and install.
5. Activate your Kaspersky Internet Security with the license key file you downloaded earlier. If you have problem to activate, click here to learn.

Thanks TechSnack!

2. System Mechanic

System Mechanic automatically repairs errors and fragmentation, cleans out clutter, and tunes up your PC — so that it runs smoothly, reliably, and up to 300% faster!

Follow the instructions below to grab yourselves a one year free genuine license key for System Mechanic 6.

1. Visit this page, click “Continue” to proceed.
2. Click the “Secure Checkout” button.
3. Enter your billing address. Once completed, click “Continue”.
4. Make sure Email Delivery is checked. Click “Continue”.
5. Click “Place Order” in the Review Your Order page.
6. Your order has completed. Now, check your email inbox for an email from iolo techonologies containing software licensing details. Note the User ID and Serial Number.
7. Download your copy of iolo Antivirus and install.
8. During installation, select “I own System Mechanic 6 and can enter my serial number later” for the Installation Mode and click “Next”.
9. Enter the User ID and Serial Number that you noted down earlier. Click “OK” and complete the rest of the installation.

Note : System Mechanic 6 is meant to use on Windows XP. Sorry, Vista users.

3. PC Tools File Recover

PC Tools File Recover is one of the top rated software that allows you to recover critically important documents, or other files, which have been lost by accidental deletion.

Follow this 4 simple steps below to obtain yourselves a $29.95 worth of data recovery software for free.

1. Visit this page and enter your name and valid email address. Click “Request Free License” to get your free license key.
2. Now, check your email inbox for an email from PC Tools. Note the Name and License Key.
3. Download your copy of File Recover and install.
4. Run File Recover after installation. Register the software using the Name and License Key that you noted down earlier from the email.

Note : The license will expire on 7th September 2008.

4. iolo Antivirus

iolo Antivirus shields your PC from viruses, worms, trojans, and other threats by using an advanced real-time engine that provides continuous maximum protection

iolo technologies, the proud company behind the popular PC tuning software, System Mechanic is giving away free 1 year iolo Antivirus genuine license key. This antivirus normally cost $39.95 for one year subscription but now it’s yours for free. Here’s how to get one.

1. Visit this page, click “Continue” to proceed.
2. Click the “Secure Checkout” button.
3. Enter your billing address. Once completed, click “Continue”.
4. Make sure Email Delivery is checked. Click “Continue”.
5. Click “Place Order” in the Review Your Order page.
6. Your order is now completed. Now, check your email inbox for an email from iolo technologies. Note the User ID and Serial Number.
7. Download your copy of iolo Antivirus and install.
8. During installation, select “I own iolo Antivirus and can enter my serial number later” for the Installation Mode and click “Next”.
9. Enter the User ID and Serial Number that you noted down earlier from the email. Click “OK” and complete the rest of the installation.

So there you go, the 4 great commercial software for you free of charge.

Updated :

I’ve added more free licensed software. Some of it may be least known to you. But who’s cares so much as long as it is free right?

5. Norman Virus Control

User-friendly, proactive and automated functionality are keywords describing the Norman Virus Control. The unique Norman SandBox technology protects against new and unknown computer viruses, worms and Trojans – currently the most prevalent malware types. E-mails are scanned for viruses before they reach the mailbox to ensure that viruses do not propagate this way

Norman is giving away a 4-years or $162.40 worth of Norman Virus Control’s license key absolutely free.

Follow the steps below to learn how to obtain yourselves this Antivirus for free.

1. Visit this page.
2. Fill in your personal details. As for the “OEM Code” field, enter HIO-7782-NO.
3. Check your email inbox for an email from Norman Web. Note the License Key.
4. Download your copy of Norman Virus Control and install it.
5. After install, right click at the Norman Virus Control tray icon and select Internet Update. It will ask you to enter a valid authentication key. Select “I have a key, where do I enter it? and click the “Next” button.
6. Enter Your Norman Virus Control authentication key that you noted down earlier and click “Finish” to complete the authentication process.

6. F-Secure Internet Security 2008

F-Secure Internet Security 2008 famous on their anti virus, an easy-to-use personal firewall, an improved anti spyware and a new security technology, F-Secure DeepGuard, that constantly monitors the very heart of your computer, ensuring that no malicious programs can take over your computer even if you do not have all the latest updates.

F-Secure company is currently running a promotion which give you a free 3-months trial for F-Secure Internet Security 2008. Here’s how to get the free genuine license key.

1. Visit this page.
2. Enter your email address, first and last name, and then click “Daten senden”.
3. Check your email box for an email from F-Secure. Note the Product Key.
4. Download your copy of F-Secure Internet Security 2008. Provide email address, your name again and click “Continue” , a download link will stated inside your email and you can start to download.
5. When running installation, a pop up a window asking you enter the product key, enter the valid license key that receive or skip this enter license key step by click “Next” if you wanted to have 120 days for trial run. ( you can kept this 3 months product key till the end of 30 days trial run period and then register this software for another 3 months. In total, you have 120 days to use it. )
6. After 30 days trial run completed , then enter back 3 months product key inside and continue to using F Secure Internet Security Software for another 3 months.

Thanks TechMIxer!

7. Avira AntiVir Personal Premium

Avira AntiVir Premium reliably protects you against all threats from viruses, worms, trojans, rootkits, phishings, adware, spyware, bots, and dangerous “drive-by” downloads. Best detection rates and top-class security with several updates every day.

1. Visit this page.
2. Fill in your personal details and a valid email address, then click “Request License Now!”.
3. Now, download your license file (HBEDV.KEY) in the email your receive from Avira.
4. Download your copy of Avira AntiVir Premium and install it.
5. During installation, you will be prompted to import the license.

Note : The license will expire on 14th November 2008.

Thanks Techtrends!