This is the free version for personal use. It does not require a license key. After a 30-day trial of the "Pro" features, you simply click an "I Agree" button to continue using the free version indefinitely. Troubleshooting Common Issues
Finding your is essential for activating what many consider the last great "perpetual" version of the software. Whether you are reinstalling SketchUp Pro 2017 or trying to move it to a new machine, here is everything you need to know about locating, entering, and troubleshooting your credentials. How to Find Your SketchUp 2017 License Information
Once you have your (typically starts with "S") and Authorization Code , follow these steps: Sketchup 2017 License Key And Authorization Number
If you still have your serial number but lost the authorization code, you can use the official SketchUp License Manager to have the info resent.
Copy and paste your Serial Number and Authorization Code exactly as they appear in your email. This is the free version for personal use
It is important to distinguish between these two versions, as their licensing works differently:
Trimble officially ended support for 2017 in January 2023. While your perpetual license still works, features like the 3D Warehouse or Extension Warehouse may no longer function within the 2017 interface. Troubleshooting Common Issues Finding your is essential for
Modern versions of SketchUp (2021+) no longer use serial numbers. Instead, they authorize via a Trimble ID (email login).
This often happens if you try to use a 2017 license on a 2018 or newer version. Licenses are version-specific.
Click Add License again. The software will download a license file from the cloud to your machine to complete the activation. SketchUp 2017 "Make" vs. "Pro" Licensing