While you can download the installer directly from Ableton , you need a serial number to authorize it beyond a basic trial mode.

This is the most common method. Popular audio interfaces like the Focusrite Scarlett Series , M-Audio Air, and controllers like the Novation Launchkey include a free license upon product registration.

To run the latest version (Live 12 Lite) smoothly on Windows 10, ensure your system meets these specifications: Live Minimum System Requirements - Ableton

Some mobile apps offer a free Lite license when you export projects. For example, users have successfully obtained licenses through the Patterning app on iOS or by purchasing the low-cost Koala Sampler .

If you own a piece of supported hardware but lost your code, you can often request a replacement license directly from Ableton by providing proof of purchase. System Requirements for Windows 10