Getting Started with Your New Autodesk Software

Getting Started with Your New Autodesk Software

Setting up your Autodesk account and installing your software only takes a few simple steps. Clients are normally up and running within a few minutes.
If you need assistance at any stage, your Autodesk subscription includes free support from Modena Technologies. (If you have bought your subscription form Modena Technologies).


After purchasing an Autodesk subscription, follow the steps below.

  1. The subscription administrator will receive an email from Autodesk inviting them to manage the subscription. (This may be the person who purchased the subscription or another person chosen during the purchase process.)
  2. Open the email and follow the steps to set up your Autodesk administrator account.
  3. Once complete, choose the option below that applies to you.

Step 1 – The Administrator

I will be using the software myself

  1. Confirm that your license is assigned to your email address.
  2. Download and install the software.
  3. Open the software and sign in with your Autodesk account.

Someone else will be using the software

  1. Invite the user from your Autodesk admin account.
  2. Assign a license to the user's email address.
  3. Ask the user to complete the steps below.


Step 2 – The End User

  1. Open the invitation email from Autodesk.
  2. Click the link in the email and follow the steps to set up your Autodesk account.
  3. Download and install the software.
  4. Open the software and sign in using the same email address that was invited.


Below are video's to help guide you through the process described above:


For more support with Autodesk products contact:
Modena Technologies - your Platinum Autodesk Partner


Phone: (+27) 021 794 0702

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