1. Open the Clip Studio Paint application, either through the Desktop icon or through Windows File Explorer.

2. If this is the first time opening the program, you may get a data collection notice. Uncheck boxes and proceed.
3. Click on the "Draw" Icon in the top left corner
4. Choose "I already have a license/I have signed up for a free offer"
5. Login using the Clip Studio Paint login information sent to your email. Ensure that you are logging into the same computer you want to use the software on for the rest of the year.