InstallShield 2026 R2 is Now Available

We are pleased to announce that InstallShield 2026 R2 is now available in the Product and License Center. This release focuses on product quality and usability, delivering a collection of enhancements and issue fixes designed to improve the overall InstallShield experience.

For details on all updates included in this release, see the InstallShield 2026 R2 Release Notes. 

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Download your copy of InstallShield 2026 R2

To download InstallShield, sign into the Revenera Community and click Support -> Downloads -> Let’s Go button.

(Note: Your community login must have Product and License Center access to download InstallShield. If you are unable to access the Product and License Center, please reach out to our Revenera Support team.)  

For more detailed instructions, please refer to Download and Licensing Instructions document.

InstallShield 2026 R1 is Now Available

We are happy to announce the release of InstallShield 2026 R1, now available on the Product and License Center. This release includes the following product enhancements and issue fixes:

MFA enabled SQL installer connections

• InstallShield now supports Microsoft Entra ID authentication for SQL Server connections.

Modern Windows Native Installer Experience

• Build and ship a WinUI 3 based installer experience so you can deliver a modern, Windows native UI without reworking your installer logic.

Ship MSIX with confidence

• InstallShield expands Package Support Framework (PSF) capabilities for MSIX, including running PowerShell scripts and passing runtime command line arguments without source changes.

For more information about the new features and enhancements, please refer to the InstallShield 2026 R1 Release Notes on the Documentation site.

Get Your Copy of InstallShield 2026 R1 Now!  

To download the latest version, sign into the Revenera Community and click Support -> Downloads > Let's Go button. 

(NOTE: Your community login must have Product and License Center access to download InstallShield. If you are unable to access the Product and License Center, please contact Revenera Technical Support.)

For detailed download instructions, please refer to Download and Licensing Instructions document.

New InstallShield How-To Courses Available

Explore our growing library of bite-sized InstallShield How-To courses in the Revenera Learning Center. Each lesson provides practical, step-by-step guidance you can apply immediately to build your skills and get more value from InstallShield.

Share Your Thoughts on the InstallShield UI

We’re always working to improve your experience with InstallShield, and we’d really value your input. We’ve created a short survey (it takes as little as 3 minutes) to gather your thoughts on the user interface; including what’s working well, and where we can make things better.

Click here to complete the survey: InstallShield UI Survey

You can complete the survey anonymously if you prefer. There’s also an optional section where you can choose to be contacted by someone from our team to discuss your feedback in more detail.

Your insights play an important role in shaping future InstallShield updates, so we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective.

InstallShield How-To Series

Discover practical insights from our experts in this curated collection of short, focused tips & tricks videos for InstallShield in the InstallShield How-To Series. (Log in to the Revenera Learning Center is required.)

Each micro-learning segment is designed to help you master key features, streamline your installation projects, and apply best practices with ease.

These bite-sized videos complement our comprehensive InstallShield training programs, available in the Revenera Training Catalog. Ideal for anyone seeking to enhance their InstallShield skills—whether you’re new to the platform or looking for advanced techniques to optimize your workflows.

The following videos are available:

• How to Create a Custom Dialog
• How to Perform an Upgrade Validation
• How to Enable Windows Features Using a Suite Project
• How to Configure a Minor Upgrade
• How to Create a Prerequisite in InstallShield

InstallShield 2025 R2 is Now Available 

We are happy to announce the release of InstallShield 2025 R2 which is now available on the Product and License Center. The release includes the following new features: 

Updated In-App Notifications Experience

The appearance of in-app notifications in InstallShield has been refreshed to provide a cleaner, more intuitive experience. These notifications make it easier for users to stay informed about important updates and quickly access the latest versions of InstallShield directly within the application.

Upgraded Virtual Machine Detection Logic

You can now more accurately identify a wide range of virtual environments, including VMware, Hyper-V, EC2, Azure. Prevent misclassification of physical machines, reduce support cases and increase customer satisfaction when distributing software.

New Wildcard Support in Prerequisite Conditions

InstallShield now supports wildcards in registry, making it easier to handle multiple versions without creating separate conditions, saving time and reducing errors.

For more information about this release and other changes, please see the InstallShield 2025 R2 Release Notes. 

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Download your copy of InstallShield 2025 R2

To download InstallShield, sign into the Revenera Community and click Support -> Downloads -> Let’s Go button.

(Note: Your community login must have Product and License Center access to download InstallShield. If you are unable to access the Product and License Center, please reach out to our Revenera Support team.)  

For more detailed instructions, please refer to Download and Licensing Instructions document. 

Reminder: InstallShield Activation Service Discontinued

We’d like to remind all community members that the InstallShield Activation Service was officially discontinued on July 1, 2022. This service enabled the reactivation logic used by InstallShield versions 2013 and earlier (starting from InstallShield 11).

With the service now discontinued, these older versions can no longer reactivate their licenses. If reactivation is required for any reason, the affected versions will become inoperable. Until a reactivation is needed, you may continue using InstallShield 2013 or older as usual.

As technology continues to evolve, supporting end-of-life versions becomes increasingly challenging. Because of this, customers who remain on outdated versions may see additional limitations over time.

To support users still working with these older, unsupported versions, Revenera is offering upgrade discounts. These are available to help customers transition to a current, fully supported release of InstallShield.

If you’d like more information or would like to upgrade to the latest version, please contact Revenera Sales, we’re here to help.

InstallShield 2025 R1 is Now Available

We are happy to announce the release of InstallShield 2025 R1, now available on the Product and License Center. This release includes the following product enhancements and issue fixes:

• Support for InstallScript custom action execution using 64-bit InstallScript engine
• Support for creating the 64 bit update launcher
• Automation interface support for APPX/MSIX packaging
• Support Launching Suite Installer in High Contract Mode

For more information about the new features and enhancements, please refer to the InstallShield 2025 R1 Release Notes on the Documentation site.

Get Your Copy of InstallShield 2025 R1 Now!  

To download the latest version, sign into the Revenera Community and click Support -> Downloads > Let's Go button. 

NOTE: Your community login must have Product and License Center access to download InstallShield. If you are unable to access the Product and License Center, please contact Revenera Technical Support.

For detailed download instructions, please refer to Download and Licensing Instructions document.  

Webinar: Why Dev Teams Are Moving to InstallShield CLS (March 26th)

Striking the right balance between cloud and on-premise workflows is crucial for modern software development. Join our upcoming webinar to discover how InstallShield Cloud License Server (CLS) enhances flexibility, ensures seamless integration, and supports your transition to the cloud—without compromising existing workflows.

Register Now!