Software License template
Last updated: 4 Jul 2026
Official optional IT pack—structured fields for software license secrets.
What this template is
The Software License template stores software product license keys and vendor metadata. Enable it under Settings → Category templates → Infrastructure & IT.
| Category slug | software-license |
| Pack | Official optional — nt2-template-software-license |
| Tier | Free |
When to use it (and when not to)
Good fits
- Desktop or server product license keys
- Seat count or validity period in structured fields
- Vendor URL for renewal or support portals
Use something else instead
| Situation | Better template |
|---|---|
| SaaS API key | API Service |
| Cloud subscription billing login | Credential |
| Unstructured license email paste | Secure Note |
Everyday workflows
- Store license key in a masked secret field—share flows hard-block it.
- Add serial number and validity period for audit trails.
- Link vendor URL for quick renewal during unlock.
Fields at a glance
| Field | What to put here | Sensitive? |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Title | No |
| Product name | Product name | No |
| License key | License key | Yes |
| Validity period | Validity period | No |
| Serial number | Serial number | No |
| Vendor URL | Vendor URL | No |
| Notes | Notes | No |
What you need
| Tier | Free |
| Vault state | Unlocked |
| Network | Offline after the first successful app load |
| Feature toggle | Software License pack enabled—see Enable category template packs |
Steps
- Unlock your vault and open Settings → General → Category templates.
- Under Infrastructure & IT, toggle Software License On.
- Open Assets and Add asset → Software License.
- Fill required fields and Save.
Tips and common mistakes
- Enable pack first—Software License is not a core builtin.
- Do not paste secrets into Secure Note—you lose masking, validation, and share hard-blocks.
- Clipboard auto-clear applies to copied secrets—paste within 30 seconds.