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1. Log into the ManageEngine Licensing Portal.
2. Under ServiceDesk Plus, find your product key (e.g., starting with SDP-).
3. Click "Download License" – the portal provides a URL like:
   https://licensing.manageengine.com/licensemanager/LinkToDownload.do?link=<UNIQUE_ID>
4. Use this link parameter directly in a browser or with wget/curl:

• License file structure: The license XML file has a specific structure, which includes elements such as <LICENSE>, <LICENSED_PRODUCTS>, and <EXPIRED_DATE>.
• License validation: ServiceDesk Plus uses the license XML file to validate your license during startup. If the file is invalid or corrupted, the software may not function properly.
• License renewal: When your license is about to expire, you'll need to update the license XML file with a new license key.