Block Sketchup Host File Free -

Warning: Modifying system files can affect apps and connectivity. Back up your Hosts file first and follow steps carefully. These instructions block SketchUp’s online activation/updates by redirecting known SketchUp domains to your local machine.

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  • macOS / Linux:

    • Troubleshooting / tips

    Legal/ethical note

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    You need to add specific lines to the bottom of the file. The standard format is: [IP Address] [Domain Name]

    Typically, 127.0.0.1 is used to block a site (it redirects the request back to your own computer). block sketchup host file free

    Common SketchUp Related Domains: Copy and paste the following lines at the very bottom of your open host file:

    # Block SketchUp Licensing Servers
127.0.0.1 auth.sketchup.com
127.0.0.1 api.sketchup.com
127.0.0.1 3dwarehouse.sketchup.com
127.0.0.1 extensionwarehouse.sketchup.com
127.0.0.1 help.sketchup.com
127.0.0.1 learn.sketchup.com

    (Note: The # symbol creates a comment. It helps you remember what you added later. You can leave that line out if you prefer.)

    Some very new versions of SketchUp Pro (2021+) require periodic online checks. If you block the host, the software may crash or refuse to launch. In this case, you cannot block the host; you must use a firewall app or purchase a license. Warning: Modifying system files can affect apps and

    If you installed a trial of SketchUp Pro that expired, block these specific servers to remove the daily popup without breaking the core software:

    127.0.0.1 s3.amazonaws.com/sketchup  # (Legacy asset server)
127.0.0.1 dl.trimble.com/sketchup

    127.0.0.1 license.sketchup.com
127.0.0.1 api.sketchup.com
127.0.0.1 sketchup.com/activation

    Note: The exact server names are not publicly listed by Trimble. You would need to monitor network traffic to find current addresses.

    Sometimes Windows remembers old routes. To force the change immediately: macOS / Linux: