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How to Install AnySecura

Follow this guide to install AnySecura on your PC in just 4 steps (approximately 20 minutes, excluding download time).

Start with Step 1 Video Tutorial

Before You Install

  • Database Requirement: Microsoft SQL Server is required for database setup. Make sure SQL Server is installed before proceeding with the AnySecura installation. (Just follow Step 1)
  • Installation Scope: Steps 2–3 will guide you through installing AnySecura on the Admin Console (or parent computer). Once the setup is complete, you can continue with Step 4 to generate the Agent and install it on endpoints.
  • Free Trial: We offer a 30-day free trial with full-feature access. Simply click "Request Free Trial" to obtain a trial license.

Deployment Options

LAN Deployment (Recommended)

  • ✓Server and endpoints must be on the same Local Area Network (LAN)
  • ✓Simplest setup for small to medium organizations
  • ✓ No public IP address required

Cross-Network Deployment (Remote / Global)

  • ✓A public IP address must be assigned to the Server machine
  • ✓ The following ports must be open on the Server firewall:
  • ✓ 8235 / 8236 / 8237 / 80 (or custom configured ports)
  • ✓ When generating Agents, use the Server's public IP address instead of local IP
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Video Tutorial: Prefer a walkthrough? Watch the video tutorial and follow the same installation sequence step by step.

Complete AnySecura Installation on Console and Endpoints in 4 Steps

1

Install SQL Server on Admin Computer

1.1 Download and Run SQL Server Installer

  1. Download SQL Server 2022 Express version (free) first. If you are using SQL Server 2019 or 2025 Express, the steps are similar.
  2. Double-click the downloaded SQL Server installer.
  3. When the setup window opens, select Basic installation unless you require custom configuration.
  4. Accept the license terms.
  5. Use the default installation path (e.g., C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server).
  6. Click "Install" to begin installation.
SQL Server installer: choose installation type
SQL Server installer: license and path
SQL Server installer: install progress
SQL Server installer: install progress
SQL Server installer: install progress

1.2 Open the Custom Installation Wizard

  1. After the basic installation is completed, click Customize.
  2. On the Microsoft Update page, click Next.
  3. Select Perform a new installation of SQL Server 2022, then click Next.
  4. Accept the license terms and continue.
  5. On the Instance Configuration page, select Named instance and enter a name (e.g., Demo).
  6. Click Next to continue.
✓ Tip: Please remember the instance name, as it will be required during AnySecura installation and database configuration.
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SQL Server installation
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SQL Server installation

1.3 Configure the SQL Server Service Account

  1. On the Server Configuration page, locate the SQL Server Database Engine service. In the Account Name field, open the dropdown list and select Browse.
  2. In the Select User or Group popup window, enter SYSTEM in the Enter the object name to select field.
  3. Click Check Names.
  4. Click OK to confirm and then verify that the SQL Server Database Engine account has been changed to NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM.
  5. Click Next to continue.
⚠ Important: The service account must have sufficient permissions to run SQL Server properly. In most environments, a system or dedicated service account is required.
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SQL Server installer: choose installation type
SQL Server installer: license and path

1.4 Configure Database Engine Administrators

  1. On the Database Engine Configuration page, under Specify SQL Server administrators, click Add.
  2. In the popup window, enter SYSTEM, click Check Names, then confirm.
  3. Select the NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM account from the list, then click Next.
  4. The setup wizard will continue the installation automatically.
  5. Wait until installation is completed.
  6. Ensure Database Engine Services shows Succeeded, then click Close.
✓ Tip: Add and select NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM as the startup account for the SQL Server Database Engine service.
SQL Server installer: install progress
SQL Server installer: install progress
SQL Server installer: install progress
SQL Server installer: install progress
SQL Server installer: install progress
2

Install AnySecura

2.1 Run the AnySecura Installer

  1. Right-click the AnySecura installer and select Run as administrator.
  2. Click Install to download the complete Server and Console installation package (approximately 2.3 GB).
  3. After the download is complete, the AnySecura Setup Wizard will launch automatically.
  4. Select your preferred language and click Next.
  5. Accept the license agreement and continue.
  6. Keep the default installation directory unless customization is required.
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2.2 Configure Installation Settings

  1. Select required components: Server and Console must be selected.
  2. Click Next and then choose the SQL Server instance created during the SQL Server installation: Demo.
  3. Select the Start Menu folder. After installation, the AnySecura folder will appear in the Windows Start Menu.
  4. Configure port settings (default is recommended unless otherwise required).
  5. The Web Console can be accessed through the server IP address and port. For example, if the server IP is 192.168.1.1 and the port is 80, visit http://192.168.1.1:80.
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2.3 Install and Finish

  1. Keep default whitelist settings if unsure.
  2. Enable Product Security Detection for enhanced security checks.
  3. Review all configurations carefully.
  4. Click Install to start the installation.
  5. After completion, click Finish to exit the installer.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes, distributed installation is supported. You can install the Server component on a dedicated machine and deploy the Console on administrator workstations. Both the Server and Console must be able to connect to the SQL Server database over the network. During Console installation, you will be asked to enter the Server’s IP address or hostname.
AnySecura supports SQL Server 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2022, including Express, Standard, and Enterprise editions. For the best performance and compatibility, we recommend SQL Server 2019 Express or later. The Express edition is suitable for most small to medium-sized deployments.
3

Launch Service Controller and Activate

3.1 Open the Service Controller from the System Tray

  1. After installation, check the Windows system tray (bottom-right corner).
  2. Locate the AnySecura Service Controller icon, as highlighted in the image.
  3. If not visible, click the arrow to show hidden icons.
  4. Right-click the icon and select Service Controller.Then navigate to Tools > Registration.
  5. No password is required for the initial login. Simply click OK to continue.
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3.2 Enter Serial Number to Activate

  1. In the Registration window, click Upgrade before entering serial numbers.
  2. Enter your trial or purchased Primary SN and Extended SN, then click OK. Get a 30-Day Free Trial Code.
  3. The system will display authorized modules, expiration date, and registration status.
  4. Now, please enter company information (name, phone, contact person, email).
  5. Make sure the email address is correct, then click Register Online to receive a verification code for future upgrades.
  6. After successful registration, a “Register Successfully” message will appear, and a RegCode will be generated and bound to the Computer ID.
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✓ Tip: We offer a 30-day free trial license so you can explore all AnySecura features before purchasing. Apply now to get started.
4

Generate and Deploy Agents on Endpoints

4.1 Open Agent Generator

  1. To deploy AnySecura on endpoints (or your child's devices), you need to generate an Agent installation package.
  2. Open the Start Menu, locate Agent Generator, right-click it, and select Run as administrator.
  3. Click Advanced Settings in the configuration window..
  4. Enable the Upgrade UAC Privilege option.
  5. Choose the destination folder for the Agent installation package.
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4.2 Install Agent on Endpoints

  1. Navigate to the generated Agent package folder.
  2. Copy the installer to a USB drive, external storage, or cloud drive.
  3. Transfer it to the target device.
  4. On target devics, right-click the Agent installer and select Run as administrator.
  5. Follow the installation instructions to complete setup.
  6. Wait approximately one minute for network configuration to complete, then restart the device.
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generate agent
generate agent
generate agent

4.3 Verify Agent Status

  1. After the Agent installation is complete, launch AnySecura Console from the Start Menu on the administrator computer.
  2. The installed endpoint device will now appear in the device list.
  3. Now, you can start configuring policies and viewing activity logs for that device.
For more detailed configuration instructions, please refer to the following tutorials:
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generate agent

Need more detailed instructions? Check out the complete user manual or contact us.

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