A unique identifier starting with a letter (typically 'W' for version 2020).
Run the SketchUp Pro 2020 installer and follow the on-screen prompts.
If you hit compatibility roadblocks, you may need to consider migrating to a standard SketchUp Pro subscription to maintain workflow continuity on modern hardware. If you're troubleshooting an activation error, tell me: What are you seeing? What operating system are you running? Did you upgrade your hardware recently?
Is this software being used for hobbies or commercial business? A unique identifier starting with a letter (typically
Search your email inbox for messages from , SketchUp , or an authorized reseller dated around your purchase time in 2020. The email will contain your unique serial number (usually starting with a letters like 'W') and an authorization number. Method 2: Use the License Manager Tool Trimble provides an online license look-up tool. Go to the official SketchUp website. Navigate to the License Manager page. Enter the email address used during the original purchase.
Unlike modern Trimble IDs that use email sign-ins, Classic licenses validate directly against SketchUp's activation servers. How to Find Your 2020 License Key and Authorization Number
If you've purchased SketchUp Pro 2020 and need to obtain your classic license key and authorization number, you can find them in the following locations: If you're troubleshooting an activation error, tell me:
If you need to reinstall the software on a new computer or recover your credentials, use these official methods to find your details. 1. Check Your Original Confirmation Email
This error can appear when the license server cannot validate your credentials. Try the following solutions:
The authorization code is a unique alphanumeric string that works in tandem with your serial number. It was sent in the same email as your serial number. If you have lost that email, you can retrieve your authorization code using the official License Manager. Is this software being used for hobbies or
, your credentials were sent via a confirmation email from Trimble.
If you already own SketchUp 2020 but lost your key, follow these steps: