Yes, an iLok2 or iLok 3 USB dongle is required to authorize MDWDRC and MDWEQ6 plugins via the latest iLok License Manager app. An original iLok will NOT work to authorize MDW plugins.

iLok Cloud Support

We are currently working to offer iLok Cloud for our plugins as well as the current iLok2 or 3 USB dongle. This is especially important for customers who do not have an iLok USB dongle.

iLok Cloud is a ‘virtual iLok’ that can be used with any license type (demos, perpetuals, & NFRs) and a continual internet connection. Once you launch a Mac or Windows application, a Cloud session will open and that’s it! EQ6 & DRC2 come with 2 auths so one can be put on an iLok dongle and the other in the iLok Cloud (DRC3 only comes with 1 authorization).

Check your licenses in the latest iLok Manager app. The example below shows the two EQ6 licenses, one on the iLok dongle the other in iLok Cloud.

We are working on fixing some issues with iLok Cloud not showing up and will let you know when the project has been completed.

George explains why we use iLok2 or 3 USB dongles, click to play the video…

Here are two interesting articles on iLok from Production Expert:

1. https://www.production-expert.com/production-expert-1/the-pros-and-cons-of-using-ilok-licences
2. https://www.production-expert.com/production-expert-1/what-500-music-and-post-pros-really-think-about-ilok