Activate your compatible Bosch e-bike directly in your browser – without a chip, without an app, without disassembling the motor.
The EBT Unlock Key is the browser-based licensing solution for many compatible Bosch Gen1, Gen2, Gen3 and Gen4 systems on BES1 / BES2. The EBTsmart Unlock Key is the specially developed browser-based licensing solution for compatible Bosch Smart System / BES3 E-bikes – including many configurations with or without rim magnet.
All you need is your license code, a supported browser, a stable internet connection, and a suitable device. USB data cable.
Supported browsers: current version of Chrome, Edge or Safari
Required cable: a real USBdatacable, not just a charging cable
Connection: stable internet connection
Battery level: The e-bike battery and the device being used should be sufficiently charged.
Compatibility overview:
The EBT Unlock Key is compatible for many Bosch Gen1–Gen4 e-bikes on BES1 / BES2 thought.
The EBT Unlock Key is not compatible with Bosch Gen1 HMI, Bosch Smart System / BES3 and E-bikes with ABS.
The EBTsmart Unlock Key is for Bosch Smart System / BES3 provided, including many configurations with or without rim magnet.
The Smart System E-bikes with ABS Does the EBTsmart Unlock Key support only up to 32 km/hThe optional The 45 km/h setting is not available with ABS..
Important note regarding display behavior:
EBT Unlock Key / Gen1: On supported Gen1 systems, the displayed values remain correct.
EBT Unlock Key / Gen2–Gen4 BES2: During driving, the displayed values are typically halved. This is normal system behavior.
EBTsmart Unlock Key / Smart System: In the 32 km/h level Speed, distance, and mileage remain correct. In the optional 45 km/h level are the display values from about 22 km/h no longer correct.
Video instructions
Would you like to watch the activation process first? Here you can choose between the English and German video tutorials for the browser-based activation process:
English video tutorial
English walkthrough for the browser-based unlock process
German video tutorial
German video tutorial for the browser-based activation process
Note: Depending on the Bosch system, display, controller and unlock type (EBT or EBTsmart), individual screens or options may vary slightly.
Step by step: How browser-based activation works
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Step 1: Turn on your e-bike and connect it to your PC, Mac or Android device via a genuine USB data cable.
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Step 2: Order your suitable license online – either the EBT Unlock Key or EBTsmart Unlock Key, depending on your Bosch system.
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Step 3: You will receive your invoice and your personal 25-digit license code by email.
Step 5: Allow the browser to connect to your Bosch e-bike or display.
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Step 6: The platform reads your e-bike configuration and displays the detected system.
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Step 7: Start by entering your license code exactly as you received it.
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Step 8: Enter the full code with hyphens and without spaces .
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Step 9: Your license will be activated and linked to the connected e-bike.
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Step 10: Please wait while the configuration is written to the system.
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Step 11: Choose your tuning options. At Smart System E-bikes can do this 32 km/h level and – if supported – additionally the optional 45 km/h level include.
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Step 12: Confirm the desired unlock option and activate the unlock.
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Step 13: The activation is now active. You can revert to the original state at any time later via the same platform.
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Step 14: Done – your browser-based Unlock is ready to use.
Advantages of Unlock Keys
No installation, no app, no chip
100% browser-based process
No engine disassembly required
Permanent unlock, even after battery replacement
Resettable at any time via the same platform
Activating your compatible Bosch e-bike in just a few minutes
A clean solution for classic Bosch systems and Bosch Smart System
Gen2 BES2 - Active Line, Performance Line, Performance Line CX
Gen3 BES2 - Active Line, Active Line Plus, Performance Line
Gen4 BES2 – classic Gen4 systems with round charging plug
Gen4 BES3 - Bosch Smart System Gen4 configurations
Gen5 BES3 - Bosch Smart System Gen5 configurations
Not compatible with the EBT Unlock Key: Bosch Gen1 HMI Bosch Smart System / BES3 and e-bikes with ABS.
Important Smart System Notice: At the Bosch Smart The system supports the EBTsmart Unlock Key many compatible configurations with or without rim magnet, at E-bikes with ABS is only the 32 km/h level available.
Important NOTE
Activating your e-bike changes its technical classification. Using it on public roads without the appropriate registration, insurance, or permit may be illegal in many countries. Please always check the applicable legal regulations before using your e-bike.
The provider is not liable for misuse, unauthorized use in road traffic or damage caused by improper application.
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Important instructions
For initial inquiries, please always wait for a response from us first.
Please do not submit multiple requests. We process an extremely high volume of requests daily, so there may sometimes be longer waiting times. Please also check your spam folder for a reply from us.
Shipping: For hardware products, you will receive an email with the tracking number on the evening of shipment. For software products, you will receive your license code after payment has been received and a short processing time has elapsed.
Bill: The invoice will be sent to you separately by email. Please keep it for your records. The delivery note is always included with the goods.
Customer account: Attention: If you were already a customer of ours before June 2021, you will need to get a new one.
Account because we have changed the entire shop system.