Activating IntelliJ IDEA License

Activating IntelliJ IDEA License (DMACC Students)

Students enrolled in CIS-171 at DMACC are eligible to activate a JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA license using the DMACC license server. Follow the steps below to activate your license.

Step 1: Open IntelliJ IDEA

When IntelliJ IDEA starts, you may see the Welcome screen or the User Agreement. Accept the agreement to continue.

JetBrains User Agreement

Step 2: Allow Data Sharing (Optional)

You may be prompted to share anonymous usage data. This step is optional — you can choose Don’t Send or Send Anonymous Statistics.

Data Sharing Prompt

Step 3: Firewall Prompt

If prompted by Windows Security, click Allow to let IntelliJ access the network.

Windows Firewall Allow Access

Step 4: Manage Subscriptions

On the Welcome screen, click the gear icon in the lower left corner, then select Manage Subscriptions.

Manage Subscriptions Menu

Step 5: Select License Server

In the subscription window:

  1. Select the License server option.
  2. Enter the server address: https://dmacc.fls.jetbrains.com
  3. Click Activate.

License Server Settings

Step 6: Sign in with DMACC Credentials

You will be redirected to a DMACC sign-in page. Enter your DMACC email address and complete the login process.

DMACC Login Page

Step 7: Authorization Successful

Once signed in, you will see an Authorization Successful message. Close the browser window and return to IntelliJ IDEA.

Authorization Successful Screen

Step 8: License Activated

After completing the steps, your IntelliJ IDEA license should now be active. You will be able to start new projects or open existing ones.

IntelliJ Welcome Screen

Important Notes

  • This license activation is only available to students currently enrolled in CIS-171.
  • If you encounter issues, double-check the license server address is entered correctly: https://dmacc.fls.jetbrains.com
  • For additional help, please contact the DMACC IT Help Desk.
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