More Reliable License Recovery
Shotomatic now handles existing license activations more safely, with clearer device identifiers and a cleaner path to manage old devices.

Shotomatic now does a better job recovering an existing license activation when the app can confirm that the current Mac already matches a saved activation. This helps avoid using another device slot when the same device is simply restoring its license state.

What's Fixed
- Existing activations can be restored more safely when the saved license key and device activation still match.
- Failed activation attempts clean up after themselves more carefully, reducing the chance of a confusing local license state.
- License information is read more defensively, so the app can still recover license details when unrelated local settings data is not in the expected shape.
- License keys and instance IDs are hidden by default, with show and copy controls when you need them.
Clearer Device Management
Shotomatic now treats Lemon Squeezy as the source of truth for removing old device activations. Instead of trying to deactivate devices directly inside the app, Shotomatic shows the current device details and points you to Manage my devices in Lemon Squeezy.
That makes it clearer which device you are looking at and avoids removing local license information when the app cannot confidently identify the matching remote activation.
Safer After Updates
This update also makes Shotomatic more careful when reading saved app settings after an update. Recoverable settings are kept for migration, while clearly broken local values are ignored safely instead of blocking startup or disturbing your license state.
Why It Matters
License problems are especially annoying when they happen right after an app update or when you are trying to get back to work. This update makes recovery stricter, safer, and easier to understand.
Related Features & Updates
Other Updates
Easier License and Device Management
Shotomatic now gives your license its own Settings section, shows device activation details more clearly, and links directly to Lemon Squeezy device management.
View Active License Information
Easily view your currently activated license details directly within Shotomatic. Check your license key and activation status information at a glance.
Calmer In-App Update Prompts
Update notifications now stay inside the app, with a quieter sidebar prompt and a restart check during active capture sessions.
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