QuickTime Pro keys: Versions 6 and 7 FAQ

Will my QuickTime 6 Pro key work with QuickTime 7?
Because QuickTime 7 includes royalty-bearing technologies, a new QuickTime Pro key is required to unlock Pro functionality in QuickTime 7. If your key no longer works, visit the Apple Store to purchase a new one.

I want to use my QuickTime 6 Pro key, but I've installed QuickTime 7. What do I do?
You'll need to use an older version of QuickTime. Previous versions of QuickTime are available to download from our QuickTime Support site.

Will a QuickTime Pro key for Windows work on a Mac, and vice versa?
No. QuickTime Pro keys are platform-specific. Windows keys will work on all supported Windows platforms. Macintosh keys will work on all supported Mac operating systems, including Mac OS X.

Is QuickTime 6.x supported with Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger?
Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger includes QuickTime 7. Earlier versions of QuickTime and QuickTime Pro are not supported with Mac OS X 10.4.

How do I enter my registration key?
You can enter your key in the QuickTime Registration panel, either in the QuickTime Control Panel (Mac OS 9.x and older, and Windows) or QuickTime Preferences (Mac OS X).

I've lost my QuickTime Pro key. What should I do?
Simply sign in with your Apple ID and password, and we'll take you right to the webpage where you can retrieve your key.

I have my key but I've lost the program. How can I get it again?
Simply download QuickTime for free from the QuickTime Download page. During the installation process, you will be prompted to enter your username and key, which will unlock QuickTime Pro.