How to Download, Install, and Activate BIAS X – Help Center

This guide will walk you through downloading, installing, and activating your Positive Grid software.

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Log in to the My Products / Desktop Software page using the same email address you used for your purchase.

If you don’t already have an account, click Sign Up and create one using the same email as your purchase.

If you purchased from a dealer or distributor, redeem your code after logging in (instructions).
Once redeemed, your product will appear on the My Products / Desktop Software page.
Find BIAS X in the list of Desktop Software and click Download.
Select your operating system and click Download.
The installer will begin downloading. Once complete, follow the Installation Guide to set up BIAS X on your computer.

Double-click the DMG file, then open BIAS_X_App.pkg.
If the DMG won’t open, see How to Bypass macOS Security Warnings.
Follow the on-screen instructions in the installer.
Choose the components you want to install (App / AU / VST3 / AAX).

App – Standalone version, no DAW required.
AU – macOS only. Works in GarageBand, Logic Pro, and other AU-compatible DAWs.
VST3 – Modern, efficient plugin format. Supported by most major DAWs.
AAX – For Pro Tools only, macOS and Windows.
Continue following the prompts to complete installation.

Double-click the EXE file to launch the installer.
If it doesn’t open, right-click the file and select Run as Administrator.
Follow the on-screen instructions in the installer.
Choose the components you want to install (App / VST3 / AAX).
We recommend using the default settings unless you have specific needs.

App – Standalone version, no DAW required.
VST3 – Modern, efficient plugin format. Supported by most major DAWs.
AAX – For Pro Tools only, macOS and Windows.
Continue following the prompts to complete installation.

An internet connection is required to activate your license. Offline activation is not supported.

To activate your BIAS X license:

Launch BIAS X (standalone or plugin).
Click Log In with Browser.
A browser window will open. Log in with your Positive Grid account to activate your license.
Once logged in, close the browser and start using BIAS X!

To confirm your license activation:

Click the gear icon in the bottom-left corner to open Settings.
Go to the Account page. Under License Tier, you’ll see your activation status.