Understanding how Elementor Pro licensing works can save you money and prevent activation issues. Whether you're buying your first license or managing multiple sites, this guide covers the licensing options, the activation process, and common questions about renewals and domain changes.
Elementor Pro License Types
There are two ways to get an Elementor Pro license: directly from Elementor (official plans) or through PluginTheme. The license PluginTheme sells is an original Elementor Pro license, not a GPL copy. It gives you the same Pro features, and it activates through Elementor's own servers. The difference is price and how many sites each license covers.
Official Elementor Licenses
| Plan | Price | Site Limit | Support | Updates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | $59/year | 1 site | Standard (24/7 chat) | 1 year |
| Advanced | $99/year | 3 sites | Standard | 1 year |
| Expert | $199/year | 25 sites | Standard + Expert Profile | 1 year |
| Agency | $399/year | 1,000 sites | VIP priority support | 1 year |
All official plans require annual renewal. Elementor discontinued lifetime licenses in 2022.
Original Elementor Pro License (PluginTheme)
| Licenses | Price | Site Limit | Validity | Updates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 license | $8.99 | 1 site | 1 year | From Elementor's servers, during the license year |
| 3 licenses | $19.99 | 3 sites | 1 year | From Elementor's servers, during the license year |
| 5 licenses | $29.99 | 5 sites | 1 year | From Elementor's servers, during the license year |
| 10 licenses | $39.99 | 10 sites | 1 year | From Elementor's servers, during the license year |
The original license from PluginTheme works like an official one: each license is valid for one website (one domain) and for one year. It is not a lifetime license and it is not unlimited. If you build for several sites, choose the 3, 5 or 10 license option, which brings the price per site down. After the year ends, the license is deactivated and does not renew automatically. To continue receiving updates you purchase a new license.
How to Activate Elementor Pro
The activation process differs depending on where you bought your license.
Official License Activation
- Purchase a plan from elementor.com
- Log in to your Elementor account
- Connect your website from the Elementor dashboard (Elementor → License)
- Your site is automatically verified through Elementor's servers
- All Pro features unlock immediately
PluginTheme License Activation
- Purchase Elementor Pro from PluginTheme.net
- In your account (My Account → Licenses), enter the domain where you will use the license
- Download the PluginTheme Client plugin from the same page and install it on that website
- From the PluginTheme Client menu in WordPress, download and activate Elementor Pro
- All Pro features activate immediately — Theme Builder, Popup Builder, WooCommerce Builder, and 100+ widgets
The activation process takes only a few minutes. The domain you enter in your account must match your site's address exactly, including www and https. If you encounter any issues, deactivate and reactivate the plugin, or check that your WordPress version is compatible (6.0 or higher recommended).
Using Elementor Pro on Multiple Websites
Site limits are one of the biggest differences between plans, and they apply to both official and PluginTheme licenses:
| Scenario | Official License | PluginTheme License |
|---|---|---|
| 1 personal site | Essential ($59/yr) | 1 license — $8.99/yr |
| 3 client sites | Advanced ($99/yr) | 3 licenses — $19.99/yr |
| 5 client sites | Expert ($199/yr) | 5 licenses — $29.99/yr |
| 10 client sites | Expert ($199/yr) | 10 licenses — $39.99/yr |
For freelancers and agencies managing several sites, the cost difference is substantial. An agency with 10 client sites would pay $199/year on the official Expert plan, versus $39.99 for a 10 license pack from PluginTheme. Remember that each license covers exactly one domain.
What Happens When Your License Expires?
This is one of the most common questions about Elementor Pro licensing:
- Your existing designs continue working — Pages, templates, popups, and WooCommerce layouts remain intact and functional
- Visitors see no difference — The front-end of your website is not affected
- You lose access to updates — No new features, bug fixes, or security patches
- You lose access to official support — No chat or ticket support from Elementor
- Template library access stops — You can't import new templates from the Elementor library
- The editor still works — You can still edit your pages, but Pro widgets may show update notifications
A PluginTheme license is valid for 1 year, and it is not renewed automatically. When the year ends it is deactivated, and no charge is made to your card. If you want to keep receiving updates, you simply purchase a new license.
Changing Your Licensed Domain
Official License
To move your official license to a different website:
- Go to your Elementor account at my.elementor.com
- Find the connected site you want to disconnect
- Click "Disconnect" to free up the license slot
- Connect your new site from the dashboard
Each plan has a fixed number of site slots. You can disconnect and reconnect sites as needed, but you can't exceed your plan's limit simultaneously.
PluginTheme License
Each PluginTheme license is tied to one domain. If you move your site, for example from a staging address to the live domain, you can change the licensed domain within the 1-year validity period. Open a support ticket with your old and new domain and we will move it for you. A license can't be used on a second site at the same time.
License Key Security
A few practical tips for managing your Elementor Pro license:
- Don't share your license key publicly — It's tied to your account and site limit
- Use separate licenses for client sites — If you're an agency, this prevents one client's deactivation from affecting others
- Store your key securely — Save it in a password manager, not a sticky note
- Check activation status periodically — Go to Elementor → License in WordPress to verify your license is active
Common License Issues and Solutions
| Issue | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| "License not active" warning | License expired or disconnected | Renew or reconnect in Elementor dashboard |
| "Site limit reached" | All license slots are in use | Disconnect an unused site or upgrade plan |
| Pro widgets show "Upgrade" badge | License not activated on this site | Check the domain in your account and activate through the PluginTheme Client plugin |
| Updates not available | License expired | Purchase a new license to continue receiving updates |
| Activation fails after migration | Domain changed during site migration | Official: disconnect old domain, reconnect new one. PluginTheme: open a support ticket |
Our Recommendation
For most WordPress users, an original Elementor Pro license from PluginTheme offers the best value. You get the same Pro features and updates during the license year for $8.99 per site, compared to $59-$399/year officially.
The official license makes sense if you specifically need Elementor's direct support team or the Expert Profile listing, or if you need to cover a very large number of sites. For freelancers, small agencies, business owners, and hobbyists with a limited number of sites, a PluginTheme license provides the same product at a fraction of the cost.
For pricing details, see our Elementor Pro Pricing Guide. For a full feature review, read our Elementor Pro Review 2026.
