I'm running into something very similar, and I have the same question. I purchased a license, replaced the free version, but I'm still getting a message saying the license needs to be activated. I checked the purchase email and my account on the website, but I couldn't find any clear activation instructions either. It feels a bit like using a
Morse code audio decoder that can clearly detect a signal but still can't interpret it because one final step is missing. Everything appears to be in place, yet the software won't transition into a fully usable state, making it difficult to know what still needs to be done. I also have the same question about where the activation is supposed to happen. It's especially frustrating when you've already paid and need to start using the software right away. Hopefully someone from the support team can explain the activation process or point us to where the license key or activation option is located.