SmartGit is a popular Git client developed by Atlassian, the same company behind Jira, Bitbucket, and Confluence. While SmartGit offers a free version, some features require a license file for activation. In this write-up, we'll explore the SmartGit license file, its types, and how to obtain and manage it.
If you accidentally started a 30-day commercial trial but need a non-commercial license, you must clear existing settings to reset the setup wizard. Close SmartGit. Navigate to the settings directory for your OS. settings.xml license.txt license.lic smartgit license file
If you are a developer or DevOps engineer using SmartGit—the popular cross-platform Git client from SyntEvo—you have likely encountered the need to manage your licensing. Whether you are using a Commercial license, a Personal license, or an Academic license, SmartGit relies on a specific file to validate your entitlement offline and across sessions. SmartGit License File Overview SmartGit is a popular
chmod 644 ~/.smartgit/22.1/license/smartgit.lic
Choose the License File option and navigate to where you saved your .lic file. Click Register, and SmartGit will confirm your details. Under the Hood: Where is it Stored? Choose the License File option and navigate to
Warning: After removing a license, SmartGit may show a nag screen. This is normal. Simply install the new file.
<version> example: 21.1 (major version)license (no extension)SmartGit licenses are typically per-user. If you see a warning about multiple instances, ensure you haven't shared your license file with colleagues, as this can trigger a seat-count violation. Moving to a New Computer