About this guide
A quick tour of what the documentation covers and how it is organized.
Documentation
XLS Padlock compiles, protects, licenses, and distributes your Excel workbooks as standalone Windows EXE applications. This guide is your complete reference.
Where to start
Section titled “Where to start”Introduction to XLS Padlock
What XLS Padlock does, the protection model, and the licensing approach.
Protect a workbook
Step-by-step instructions to compile and protect your first Excel workbook.
Activation and licensing
Issue keys, manage activations, and configure trial mode for your customers.
VBA Compiler
Compile VBA macros to native code with no editor access for end users.
Distribute and code-sign
Ship signed Windows EXE files with optional Setup installer wrappers.
Need more help?
Section titled “Need more help?”FAQ
Common questions answered in one place.
Troubleshooting
Solutions for known errors and edge cases reported by customers.
Support
Forum, email, and reseller links for assistance beyond this guide.