This guide shows you how to set up Read&Write for Mac for organizations that don't use Google or Microsoft accounts. You can also follow these steps to enable automatic sign-in for your users.
Instead of signing in, Read&Write is activated using a product code and domain file. This allows users to access the software without needing an online account, making it ideal for environments with alternative authentication setups.
Step 1: Download the Installer
Download the latest version of Read&Write for Mac.
- A .pkg file is available and can be used for deployment.
Step 2: Install Read&Write
Choose the method that works best for your organisation:
🔹 Option 1: Deploy to Multiple Devices (Recommended)
- Download the Read&Write Deployment Package (.pkg)
- Use your preferred deployment tool (e.g. MDM) to install it on all target Macs
🔹 Option 2: Install Manually
- Download the installer
- Install Read&Write on each Mac individually
Step 3: Create the Configuration File
You’ll need to create a file that contains your licence details.
- Create a new file named:
ReadAndWriteAdmin.rtf - Add the following two lines:
ProductCode=XXXXXXXX Domain=XXXXXXXX
- Update the values:
- Replace XXXXXXXX after
ProductCode=with your product code (found in your Welcome email) - Replace XXXXXXXX after
Domain=with one of the domains provided when purchasing the software
Example:
ProductCode=ABCDEFGH Domain=mydomain.com
Step 4: Deploy the Configuration File
- Copy the ReadAndWriteAdmin.rtf file to each Mac
- Place it in the following location:
/Users/Shared
What Happens Next?
- When a user launches Read&Write, the application will:
- Read the product code and domain from the file
- Verify the licence online
- Automatically create a licensed Read&Write folder in the user’s home directory
⚠️ Important: An internet connection is required for this verification step.
Summary
- Install Read&Write using a .pkg file
- Create the ReadAndWriteAdmin.rtf file with your product code and domain
- Place the file in
/Users/Sharedon each Mac - Launch Read&Write to complete activation