If you are using VMware Workstation 15.5.6 (or newer) in a business or commercial environment, you are still required to purchase a paid subscription. Broadcom has moved away from the "perpetual" keys (one-time purchase) of the past toward a subscription-based model. Where to Find a License Key
Once you have your legitimate key or have opted for the personal use edition, activation is simple: Open VMware Workstation. Go to > Enter License Key . Type in your 25-character alphanumeric key.
You can download the latest version of Workstation Pro from the Broadcom Support Portal. During installation, you simply select the option for "Personal Use." No license key is required for this mode. 2. Commercial Licensing vmware workstation 1556 license key new
Unlocking VMware Workstation 15.5.6: Everything You Need to Know
Usually, a key for a newer version (like 16 or 17) will not activate version 15. However, Broadcom’s current model encourages users to simply move to the latest version of Workstation Pro for free if it's for non-commercial use. If you are using VMware Workstation 15
The landscape for VMware licenses changed significantly following Broadcom’s acquisition of VMware. 1. The "Free for Personal Use" Shift
If you specifically need a key for version 15.5.6 (perhaps for an older machine or a specific legacy project): Go to > Enter License Key
If you or your company purchased VMware products in the past, your legacy keys are archived in the Broadcom/VMware portal.
The most important "new" regarding license keys is that You no longer need to hunt for "leaked" or "cracked" license keys for your home lab or learning projects.
Searching for "free license key lists" on the web often leads to malware or keys that have been blacklisted. With the Pro version now being free for personal use, there is no longer a reason to risk your system’s security with unauthorized keys. How to Activate VMware Workstation