Added notes below for purchasing the Extended License.
FORScan 2.4.19 is a public release.
Link to download v2.4.19 beta
Changelog (full change history can be found in FORScan.Changelog.2.4.txt available in the FORScan installation folder):
2.4.19 beta, 2025-09-18
- v2.3.67 functionality
- Firmware database update
- Improve programming session support for some old Mazda ECU (tested on Mazda CX-7 2.2 RF 2009)
You must obtain a paid license to use the FORScan 2.4.x software. This is for a single computer, not multiple computer licensing. See notes below about moving the license.
Standard and Extended licenses for Windows, version 2
If you are using FORScan to program firmware and you have not read the Program Guide completely, you are required to do so. You should understand the systems you are affecting and the proper procedures for firmware programming.
Manifest of use. Please acknowledge before downloading this FORScan version!
Updating Module Firmware with FORScan, Program Guide Revised 09/2021
Revised Sep 05, 2021
Link to Programming Guide
From the FORScan team:
Please read the Program Guide before using it, it’s a requirement. Please remember you use it at your own risk. Support and Development teams may not be able to assist you quickly in recovery due to high load and limited resources.
Starting from May 21, 2021, the support service is limited to FORScan users who purchased one of paid products (FORScan Lite for iOS, Android or paid FORScan Extended License). We are sorry for any inconvenience.
To purchase an Extended License:
FORScan 1 year Extended Windows License for 1 PC. For Ford and Mazda
FORScan FAQ — Answers and Tips for Common Questions
Supported adapters :
- OBDLink EX USB, recommended USB adapter for Windows version of FORScan, also for configuration and programming functions
- OBDLink MX+ BT, recommended Bluetooth adapter for Lite versions of FORScan (iOS, Android)
- OBDLink SX/LX/MX
- ELS27 (STN1170/2120)
- ELM327-compatible (fully compatible with original ELM327, please also see important note below)
- J2534 Pass-Thru
Support Request
General
What are FORScan versions? What are the differences?
What car models are supported?
How does FORScan differ from other OBDII applications?
Why FORScan doesn’t show function Y for my car? When this function will be added?
Why number of functions for my car is less than for the same model of the next generation?
Do you plan to create a version for Linux, Mac OS, Windows Phone?
Licensing and Installation
What is Extended License, why and when do I need it?
I paid for the license but I haven’t received the email with Activation Code. What’s wrong?
I’ve activated FORScan, but it still shows Standard license after restart. Why?
I’ve re-installed Windows (updated PC etc) and Extended License key has been lost. What to do?
I’ve replaced my laptop, how do I transfer the license?
I have lost my Activation Code, how to recover it?
My license has been expired, how to renew it?
Can I use my Extended License to activate FORScan Lite?
Adapters
What adapter should I purchase for FORScan for Windows?
Why should I use more expensive “recommended” adapter instead of regular ELM327?
What are possible problems if I use “regular” ELM327 instead of “recommended” adapter?
I’ve purchased “FORScan” adapter, why must I pay for the license?
Technical issues
Error “Not possible to communicate with license server”
Error “No adapter found. Please check connection and try again”
Error “Unable to connect to vehicle. Please make sure the ignition key is ON and try again”
Error “Unable to identify the vehicle. Please contact developers”
I have another question
Forum
Do I need account on FORScan forum to obtain paid FORScan Products?
Do I need account on FORScan forum to obtain free 2 month trial Extended License?
So what do I need the account on FORScan forum for?
How can I register account on FORScan forum?
How do I get the invitation code for the forum registration?
I forgot my username and/or password, what do I need to do?
I have reset my password but still cannot log in, why?