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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

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Downloading and Installation
I'm having problems downloading the program. What can I do?
Can I get your software on CD?
I lost my program. How can I get it back without paying again?
How can I remove an APSW product from my computer?

Ordering, Payments and Unlocking the Product
How do I get the code to register or unlock my program to the full version?
Once I have my registration code, how do I enter it into my program?
My 30 day trial copy of the program says it has expired, how do I register the program now?
If I order online, how long will it take to receive my registration?
If I order by regular mail, how long will it take to receive my registration?
Can I get floppy disks mailed to me?

Registration Keys
My registration key doesn't work, what shall I do?
I've lost my registration key. How can I get it back?
I am upgrading my PC. Will my license key still work on this machine? If not, what do I have to do?

Site and Multi-User Licenses
Do I need another license if I install the same product on another computer?
Do you have a site license/multi-user license for educational users?

Updates
Where do I find updates?
What if I need to upgrade in the future?

Refunds
What about refunds?
Payment Types - Paypal or Paymate?


1. How do I get the code to register or unlock my program to the full version? In order to get your registration key to unlock the software, you need to first purchase a product from All Purpose Software. Once your payment has been confirmed, follow these steps: Download and install the latest trial version of the software if you do not already have it installed. Install it on the machine you wish to purchase a license for, the one you intend to use it on.
Start the trial version and go to Help/About in the toolbar. A registration dialog box, containing details of your pc, a username box and other assorted details pertaining to your computer will appear. Fill in your username and hit the 'Register' key. The Product ID, an 8 digit number, is located on this dialog box and when you hit the 'Register' button, an email with this ID is sent to All Purpose Software.
Once we have your Product ID we will send you an email containing the unlock code to the register the software.
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2. Once I have my registration code, how do I enter it into my program?
In order to register your program you will need to enter your registration key. This is found in the email sent to you containing a username and registration key (see question no.1)Launch the application and when you see the 'splash screen' (see pic 1), click 'Enter Key' and proceed to enter in the username and registration code from the email and click 'OK'. Your software is now registered. If you have any problems registering please contact customer service.
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3. My registration key doesn't work, what shall I do?

The most likely cause of this is a simple typing error (it's easy to do). We recommend copy/pasting the registration key and username into the box, making sure you don't copy any extra spaces or introduce any punctuation of any description. If that doesn't work, double check the number you are entering. It should be 8 digits long with a dash after the fourth digit.
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4. I've lost my serial number. How can I get it back?

Please email support@allpurposesoftware.com with as much detail as you can regarding your registration. You should include in your email the exact name you registered in, the name and version number of the program you registered with and the approximate date of your registration, your email address at the time and the method of registration (online or by post).
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5. I am upgrading my PC. Will my license key still work on this machine? If not, what do I have to do?

No, your license key is locked to your old machine. Our programs lock a license key to specific machine details. If you upgrade your PC (change disks for example), or get a new PC you must install the software on the new PC and remove the program from your old machine (and confirm to us in writing/email that you have done so) and go through the registration procedure on the new machine to register for a license key for this new machine. We will send a license key for your new PC by return email.

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6. I lost my program. How can I get it back without paying again?
Simply download the program again from here. After you install the program, your pc will remember you have already installed and registered it previously and the software will automatically be unlocked and registered. You don't have to do anything else.
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7. My 30 day trial copy of the program says it has expired, how do I register the program now?

You can still register the program even after it has expired. If your 30 day trial has expired, follow these steps:

1. Start up your program.

2. When you see the nag screen with the title 'Reminder', click on the button 'Enter Key' (see pic.2)
3. You will see a screen with the 'Enter Registration name and Enter Key' instructions (see pic.3).
4. On the middle left hand side you will see 'User Code' or 'Hardware Fingerprint' (depending on the version you have) and an alphanumeric set. (example: Hardware Fingerprint: 38H4-374B)
5. Copy the 'User Code' or 'Hardware Fingerprint' alphanumeric set into an email and send this to me along with your desired username. For example, in your email you would put (Example):
Username: John Smith (example name)
User Code: 8FF9-35AE (example, your code will contain a different set of numbers)

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Alternatively, when you startup your program and receive this message:
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Just click on 'OK' and you will be taken to the 'Enter Key' screen (see pic. 3)


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8. If I order by regular mail, how long will it take to receive my registration?

Once you mail us your order form with your check or money order, it should take about 10-14 working days for us to receive the order (if posted outside Australia). It will take another 3 business days to clear personal checks or 1 working day for money orders. This equates to around 18-21 working days turnaround time. You need to ensure you have added the 'Application Installation Code' from the bottom left hand corner of the dialog box (see pic 2) into the order form so a registration key can be generated for you. This simply makes the process quicker. Do not be concerned if you cannot find the code as when your check arrives you will be sent a confirmation email with instructions on how to unlock the software.

If you wish to have the registration key and a copy of the software on CD sent to you through the regular mail, you should allow around 2-3 weeks for your CD to arrive. Please note, there is an additional charge of $12.10 USD as stated on the postal information page for postage, packaging and handling. Please add this amount to the check and note this in your order form. Again, this makes the turnaround time much quicker. But please don't worry if you forget, just send an email with a request for the CD and you will receive an email from support directing you to the appropriate area for shipping payments. You should check the status of your order by contacting customer service, quoting your name, address and order details if you haven't received your CD in the expected timeframe. Please note that for international orders mail times vary from country to country so we cannot guarantee a definite time frame for your shipment to arrive. We would, however, expect your shipment to take no longer than 30 days.

If you want to insure your CD or have it sent by registered mail, thus ensuring its safe delivery and adequate timeframes, please contact support for further information regarding this option.
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pic. 2

APSW Budget Planner V2.13
APSW Budget Planner V3 Pro

 
9. Can I get your software on CD?

Yes. There are charges for postage. You can view these charges here . When ordering by mail, please allow up to three weeks for delivery depending on your location. Most postage delivery times are around 15 working days. You will be given the option of an electronic download as well. This means you can still have the CD shipped if you have already downloaded the software, this is particularly useful in cases where your hard drive crashes etc. or you simply want to keep a hard copy of the software. All our other products are included in this CD as trial ware. Instructions are provided from our downloads page on how to properly download and install the software. All Purpose Software products can be sent via CD at additional cost to the customer. For information on shipping costs, please see postal rates below).
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10. Can I get floppy disks mailed to me?
Our software is too big to fit onto a floppy disk. Arrangements can be made on a case by case basis for a CD to be sent via post.
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National Postage (within Australia)
Method
Signature*
Delivery Time
from Dispatch
Economy (AUD)

Australia Post Parcel Post
No
1-4 working days
from $3.80

Australia Post Receipted Delivery Parcel Post
Yes
1-4 working days
from $3.80

Australia Post Express Post
No
1 working day
From $6.10

Express Post Platinum
Yes
1 working day
From $6.30















 

 

International Postage (outside Australia)
Method
Signature*
Insurance
Delivery Time from Dispatch
Cost (AUD)

Australia Post Air Mail
No
No
4-6 working days
From $8.50

Australia Post Insured Air Mail
Yes
Yes
4-6 working days
From $10.50

EMS International Courier
Yes
Yes
2-5 working days
From $28.00

 










 

 


11. If I order online, how long will it take to receive my registration?

Online purchases are processed within 24 hours. This means that you will receive confirmation of your purchase, and a request for the 'Installation Code' via the registration process (see Question no.1) within this timeframe.
Exceptions: (1) your order provided us with an invalid email address, (2) your mail server was down at the time we emailed the request to you or your mail server is slow in downloading your email or (3) our mail server was down.
In most cases, the main reason for not receiving your key within 24 hours is because you have provided us with an invalid email address.
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12. What about refunds?
All APSW products include a 'try before you buy' fully functional feature. For this reason, our refund policy is restricted to replacement of goods damaged in shipment only. Please refer to our product page link for further information.

Once our software is downloaded and an unlock key provided, it is considered to be 'Opened'. It is part of All Purpose Software's refund policy that all Opened Software cannot be returned for refund, regardless of the delivery method. For this reason, we urge customers to fully utilise the 30 day, fully functional trial to ensure the product suits their individual needs.

When ordering, it is expected that the ordering party has fully utilized the 30 day the trial version of the software before making a purchase and everything is operational during the trial period. All sales are final. Refunds may be provided, but only on a case by case basis. Should a refund be accepted, this refund will incur a charge of $1.18 USD.

Once an unlock key is provided it is expected that the customer has utilized the 30 day fully functional feature and made the purchase, fully satisfied with the product. No refund will be given once an unlock key is registered and sent to the customer. It is expected that by this time the customer has utilized the 'try before you buy' feature, made the decision to purchase the product, had confirmation of payment and unlocked the trial to the full version.

Customers who have requested shipped CD's and found them to be damaged, may be exchanged for the same product only within 30 days of purchase. Please send the damaged product to the return address located on the software package.

All software purchases are final and non-refundable. Please be sure you have successfully tested the trial versions before purchasing. The refunds are available if you provide a proof that it does not work at all on your machine (including screenshots of the error message).
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13.What if I need to upgrade in the future?

Upgrades to versions will be provided free of charge to existing customers.
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14. Where do I find updates?

Visit our updates page located on our updates page.
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15. I'm having problems downloading the program. What can I do?

We suggest you try again, possibly at different times of the day. Sometimes this problem spontaneously resolves itself. Try using a different browser if you have the option. We have alternate download sites located on the downloads page.
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16. How can I remove an APSW product from my computer?

Our software is easy to uninstall. Choose "Control Panel" from the Start Menu, double click "Add/Remove Programs". Select the APSW product you wish to uninstall then press "Add/Remove...". Confirm you wish to remove the APSW product from your computer.
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17. Do I need another license if I install the same product on another computer?

Yes. Each pc has its own 'Unique ID'. This means the software can be used by more than one person on only one computer e.g. members of a family sharing time on one computer. If your use of the program falls outside of this definition you need to purchase an additional registration key for another pc.

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18. Do you have a site license/multi-user license for educational users?

Yes, site licenses and multi-user licenses are available on request for educational use. All of our multi-user licenses are heavily discounted so that many students or employees can use All Purpose Software products simultaneously at low cost. If a specific APSW product is to be installed on more than one computer and will be used by more than one person, you need either a site license or a multi-user license. We offer heavily discounted multi-user licenses for educational, non-profit organizations and corporate users. These allow simultaneous use of an APSW product on multiple computers at low prices.
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Number of Users Price (U.S Dollars)

APSW Budget Planner V2.13
10 licenses = $150
11 to 25 licenses = $280
26 to 50 licenses = $480
51 to 100 licenses = $980
100 +

APSW Budget Planner V3 Pro
10 licenses = $300
11 to 25 licenses = $560
26 to 50 licenses = $960
51 to 100 licenses = $1960
100 +
Further discounts apply to APSW Watt-U-Use
10 licenses = $75
11 to 25 licenses = $105
26 to 50 licenses = $180
51 to 100 licenses = $367
100 +

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18. Paypal or Paymate?
Paymate is the safest payment service on the Internet

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Why is Paymate safe?
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Paymate takes security and safety very seriously:
- You are protected by their world-class technology that can identify most fraudulent transactions
- Your transactions are secured by their systems with 128-bit encryption of all financial data
- Your personal information is protected under Paymate's Security & Privacy policies (https://www.paymate.com.au/popup/privacy.html)
- Paymate holds your credit card details securely and never shares these with the seller, reducing the risk of fraudulent usage
- Paymate provides risk management services to reduce losses from credit card fraud, avoiding potential losses of thousands of dollars.

What's the difference between Paymate and PayPal?
PayPal is one of the most widely-used methods of sending and receiving money internationally. To use PayPal you need to become a PayPal member. It's free to join. You submit your credit card details securely to PayPal as part of your account set-up and you can then pay anyone who accepts PayPal. Uplift Program has a verified US merchant account with PayPal.

Paymate is an international payment system for Australian sellers. Many people prefer it to PayPal because you don't have to register with them to pay by credit card. You simply enter your details into the secure Paymate Express form each time you pay someone who accepts Paymate. Paymate charges a small administrative fee to the buyer for processing each payment. Paymate is not related to PayPal and is owned by EBay.

What currencies can I pay in?
If you purchase with Paymate you can choose to pay in AU$ or US$, while PayPal payments are processed in US$ only. For phone and mail-order Paymate can process payment in AU$ for credit card, Australian check and money orders, and US$ for US check and money orders. All other payments will be converted at the exchange rate at the time of purchase and debited from your credit card account in your local currency.


Is online payment with PayPal or Paymate secure?
Yes. Both PayPal and Paymate are among the safest methods of online payment around. They use SSL encrypted technology to keep your personal and financial details private and protected. Please note that you should never send your credit card details by email, nor will we ever ask you to do so.

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