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XLS Padlock 2026.3 Released

XLS Padlock 2026.3 release notes: safer Web Updates that reject altered files, plus fixes for license checks, saved work and startup for your customers.

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  1. XLS Padlock 2026.2 Released

    XLS Padlock 2026.2 offers several improvements and fixes: improved formula protection, file dialog crash fix, and Azure Artifact Signing Exclude Credentials

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  2. XLS Padlock 2026.1: More Reliable Web Update and Important Fixes

    XLS Padlock 2026.1 fixes several issues in applications protected with 2026.0, makes Web Update more reliable, and smooths the code signing workflow.

    By G.D.G. Software

  3. Free Integration Kits for XLS Padlock, Now Multilingual

    WooCommerce, Basic Activation and FastSpring Subscription kits are now all available for XLS Padlock, each with a dedicated page, brand-new online docs, and a downloadable PDF guide in seven languages.

    By G.D.G. Software

  4. XLS Padlock 2026: Cloud and AI Lockdown and Stronger Encryption

    XLS Padlock 2026.0 blocks Microsoft 365 cloud and AI surfaces by default, replaces its multilingual and VBA engines, and strengthens save-file encryption.

    By G.D.G. Software

  5. XLS Padlock 2025.2: Windows 11 25H2, Revamped Doc and Key Fixes

    This update focuses on improvements and compatibility for the next Windows 25H2 update, expanding language support, and delivering a completely overhauled docu...

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  6. Use Azure Trusted Signing with XLS Padlock: Step-by-Step Guide

    Sign your XLS Padlock EXE with Azure Trusted Signing (now Artifact Signing): prerequisites, Azure CLI and az login, XLS Padlock settings and troubleshooting.

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  7. XLS Padlock 2025.1 Update Is Here

    This latest update for XLS Padlock is packed with significant improvements focused on boosting performance, expanding language support, and enhancing the overa...

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  8. WooCommerce Integration Kit 2025 for XLS Padlock – Now Available!

    Alright, listen up, creators and purveyors of fine Excel wizardry! If you're in the business of crafting and selling Excel workbooks, you'll know that protecti...

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  9. XLS Padlock 2025.0: Multilingual, New Packaging, Stronger Signing

    XLS Padlock 2025.0 adds multilingual interfaces in 7 languages, a new standalone EXE format with 7z compression, Azure Trusted Signing and SignTool support, and SHA-256 only signing.

    By G.D.G. Software

  10. Discover What's New in XLS Padlock 2024.3 Available Now

    Get the new XLS Padlock 2024.3, a significant update that addresses a critical issue with Windows 11 24H2 and KB5046740, enhances functionality, and continues...

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  11. Video Tutorial: Hardware Locking Excel Workbooks with XLS Padlock

    We’re happy to publish a video tutorial on XLS Padlock. If you’re looking to protect your Excel files and control who has access, this tutorial will walk you t...

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  12. XLS Padlock 2024.2 released

    We're excited to announce the release of XLS Padlock 2024.2, which brings powerful new features and important fixes for an even more seamless experience. Our l...

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  13. XLS Padlock 2024.1 available

    Today, we’re happy to announce the latest update to XLS Padlock, version 2024.1. This release introduces several powerful features and enhancements that stream...

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  14. WooCommerce Integration Kit version 2024 released

    Our WooCommerce integration kit has been updated for handling automated online deactivation, the new feature of XLS Padlock 2024.

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  15. XLS Padlock 2024 released

    We are glad to announce the release of XLS Padlock 2024, the latest iteration of our powerful Excel workbook licensing and protection software. This new versio...

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  16. Minor release for our WooCommerce Integration Kit - version 2023-1

    Our WooCommerce integration kit has been upgraded for full support for PHP 8.2 and the latest WooCommerce and WordPress releases. A bug with validation for sub...

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  17. WooCommerce Integration Kit version 2023 released

    Our WooCommerce integration kit has been updated with PHP 8.1 support and improvements. We have removed the dependency on the REST API which will allow better...

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  18. Activation Kit 2022 available for registered users

    We published an update for our activation kit. The main new feature of this update is the ability to pass custom data to your workbook application and exploit...

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  19. XLS Padlock 2022.1 released

    A minor update for our Excel workbook enhanced protection and licensing software was published. If your maintenance is still active, do not hesitate to downloa...

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  20. XLS Padlock 2022 is available

    We released a major update for our Excel workbook licensing and protection software: XLS Padlock 2022 is finally available for download for all. We hope you wi...

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  21. WooCommerce Integration Kit version 2022 available

    The XLS Padlock WooCommerce Integration Kit 2022 adds PHP 8.x support and a new subscription activation token format. Free for registered XLS Padlock users.

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  22. New website for XLS Padlock 2022

    XLS Padlock 2022 comes with a new website: the My Account page now uses your G.D.G. Software account to log in, and the activation code is no longer required.

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  23. Old XLS Padlock History

    Archive of older XLS Padlock release news moved to this blog, including the free FastSpring Subscription Kit 2021 for selling Excel workbook licenses online.

    By G.D.G. Software

  24. Update to the PHP key generator 2022 (action required)

    If you are a user of the WooCommerce Integration Kit or Activation Kit, an update of your server files is required. Indeed, with the release of the new version...

    By G.D.G. Software

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