), you don't actually need to enter a key manually. After the installation completes, the setup screen often gives you the option to "Proceed with a full-featured trial license" Manual Request via Form

Furthermore, the trial license is invaluable for . Students and junior sysadmins can use the trial period to practice server hardening, database management, and CLI operations in a professional-grade environment at no cost. Limitations and Transition

When the trial key expires, Your visitors will still be able to access your websites, and mail servers will keep processing emails. What gets locked?

If you prefer managing your server via SSH, you can activate the license instantly using the command line. For , log in as root and run: plesk bin license --install PLSK.xxxxxxxx.xxxx Use code with caution.

Hosting providers (like OVH, Hetzner, or GoDaddy) sometimes offer to their customers. Check if your VPS provider includes Plesk licenses.