A: Simply reopen the Hosts file, delete the lines you added (the ones starting with 127.0.0.1 sketchup.com ), save the file, and reboot.
@echo off echo 127.0.0.1 license.sketchup.com >> C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts echo Blocked SketchUp. ipconfig /flushdns block sketchup host file free
The remains the best "set it and forget it" free solution because it requires no background processes. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Q: Is editing the Hosts file illegal? A: Editing the Hosts file itself is not illegal; it is a standard network administration tool. However, using it to bypass paid software licensing may violate Trimble's terms of service. A: Simply reopen the Hosts file, delete the
Struggling with unwanted SketchUp pop-ups, license nag screens, or automatic updates? You are not alone. Many users look for a way to control how SketchUp communicates with Trimble’s servers without spending a dime on third-party firewall software. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Q: Is editing the
127.0.0.1 s3.amazonaws.com/sketchup # (Legacy asset server) 127.0.0.1 dl.trimble.com/sketchup If you need to temporarily unblock SketchUp for an update, creating a free batch script is helpful.