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Deactivation: Before moving the software to a new computer, you must use File > Activation > Deactivate to reset the activation counter. Where to Find Your Key DVD Version: Printed on the booklet or inside the case. Digital Version: Available in your ChessBase Shop account.

Conclusion

  1. Run a full antivirus scan – Use Windows Defender (built-in), Malwarebytes, or Bitdefender.
  2. Uninstall Fritz 18 completely – Use Revo Uninstaller or similar to remove leftover files.
  3. Change important passwords – Especially email, banking, and any accounts stored in your browser.
  4. Consider a clean OS reinstall – If you suspect deep malware, this is the only 100% safe solution.
  5. Buy a legitimate license – Then reinstall from an official setup file.

Physical Box: For physical copies, the key is typically printed on a label or card inside the product box. Activation Process

# Prepare verification payload payload = 'activation_key': activation_key_hash