File extension .AUZ
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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Ableton Authorization Format | Ableton | Misc Files |
The AUZ file extension stands for Ableton Authorization File, which is a proprietary file format developed by Ableton primarily used to authorize and validate software license purchases. The AUZ file contains information about the customer's purchase orders, software licencing terms and conditions, customer authentication details, and receipt numbers. It also contains additional information such as the user's name, email address, billing address, software version details, and installation code.
The AUZ file extension is an integral part of the Ableton software and is necessary for completing a successful purchase and authorization of Ableton products. It is automatically generated in the customer's web browser by entering their purchase details on the company's website. Once received, the customer can open the AUZ file in Ableton Live, which will then prompt for authorization code entry. Once entered, the product will be successfully authorized.
Compatibility and Similar File Extensions
The AUZ file format is only compatible with products created by Ableton. It can't be opened or viewed in any other applications. Related file extensions include .als, .alc, .alp, .alw, and .adv, which are all associated with Abletone products.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .AUZ) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .AUZ extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .AUZ file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .AUZ extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .AUZ extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .AUZ file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .AUZ file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .AUZ file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .AUZ file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .AUZ file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines

Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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