Accessing the License Server

The Kinesis API License Server is a separate platform where you manage your licenses, view available plans, and handle billing. This guide will walk you through accessing and using the License Server.

Overview

The License Server provides:

• Account Management: Create and manage your license account
• Plan Browsing: View available plans and their features
• License Management: Track your active licenses and their status
• Billing Control: Manage payments and renewal settings
• Support Access: Get help with licensing issues

Getting Started

Accessing the License Server

1. Navigate to https://license.kinesis.world in your web browser
2. You’ll see the License Server homepage with options to log in or register

Note: The License Server uses a separate account from your Kinesis API instance. You’ll need to create a new account even if you already have a Kinesis API user account.

Creating Your Account

To register for a License Server account:

1. Fill in the registration form with:
   • Full Name: Your first and last legal names
   • Email Address: Your business or personal email (will be used for license communications)
2. Click the “Submit” button at the bottom of the registration section
3. Click “Register” to submit your information

First-Time Login

After registering:

1. Check your email inbox for a message from the License Server
2. The email will contain:
   • Your username (typically your email address)
   • A temporary password
   • Instructions for first login
3. Return to https://license.kinesis.world
4. Enter your credentials (email address and password) on the login form
5. Click the “Submit” button at the bottom of the login section

Security Tip: Change your password and choose a strong password that includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.

Setting Up Your Profile

After your first login, it’s important to complete your profile information:

Accessing Profile Settings

1. Click on your profile icon or username in the top-right corner
2. Select “Edit Profile” from the dropdown menu

Completing Your Profile

Fill in all relevant information:

Personal Information

• Full Name: Your complete legal name
• Email Address: Primary contact email

Business Information

• Company Name: Your organization’s legal name
• Company Address: Complete business address including:
  • Street address
  • City
  • State/Province
  • ZIP/Postal code
  • Country

Saving Your Profile

1. Review all entered information for accuracy
2. Click the various “Save” buttons where applicable
3. You’ll receive a confirmation message when your profile is updated

Important: Accurate profile information is essential for:

• Proper license activation
• Receiving invoices and receipts
• Tax compliance
• Support communications

Exploring Available Plans

The License Server allows you to browse all available plans before making a purchase:

Viewing Plans

1. From the main dashboard, click on “Plans” or “Pricing” in the navigation menu
2. You’ll see a comparison of all available plans:
   • Community: Free tier with basic features
   • Essential: Entry-level paid plan
   • Professional: Advanced features for teams
   • Enterprise: Custom solutions for large organizations

Plan Details

For each plan, you can view:

Features

• API creation limits
• Monthly request quotas
• Storage allocations (for managed hosting)
• Available blocks and components
• Support level details

Pricing Information

• Monthly pricing
• Annual pricing (if applicable)
• Per-user costs (for Enterprise)
• Any setup fees or minimums

Plan Documentation

Each plan section includes:

• Feature List: Detailed breakdown of included features
• Limitations: Any restrictions or quotas

Navigation

The main dashboard page includes:

• Profile: Account settings
• Plans: Browse available plans
• Licenses: Manage existing licenses
• Activations: View existing license activations

Getting Help

Support Resources

Access help through:

Documentation

• Browse the knowledge base
• Read getting started guides
• View FAQs

Support Tickets

Use the Kinesis API support system.

Security Best Practices

Account Security

To keep your license account secure:

1. Use Strong Passwords: Choose unique, complex passwords
2. Enable Two-Factor Authentication: If available, activate 2FA
3. Regularly Review Activity: Check for unauthorized access
4. Keep Profile Updated: Maintain current contact information
5. Secure Email Access: Protect the email account associated with your license

License Key Protection

• Never share your license keys publicly
• Store license keys securely
• Rotate keys if compromised
• Report suspicious activity immediately

Next Steps

Now that you have access to the License Server and have set up your profile:

1. Explore purchasing a license to get started with a paid plan
2. Learn how to activate your license in your Kinesis API instance
3. Review the main licensing overview for more information

If you encounter any issues accessing the License Server or setting up your account, please contact support through the Kinesis API ticketing system.