The Aladdin HASP HL, also known as the Hardlock, was a hardware-based software protection dongle used to prevent unauthorized use of software applications. It typically connected to a computer's USB port and contained encrypted license information, ensuring that only authorized users could access the protected software.
The HASP HL provided robust security features, including encryption algorithms and secure communication protocols, to safeguard software licenses from piracy and unauthorized duplication. It supported various licensing models, allowing software developers to implement flexible licensing schemes tailored to their specific needs.
