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yulf8
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2 months ago
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BF 3 activation problem.

I bought BF3 on Steam a couple of years ago and didn't have any problems. Now, when I start the game, it runs the initialization, then the window pops up with the message: "We couldn't activate BF3 on this computer..."  I reinstalled the game 2 times, but I still get this message. I also have BF1, 4, 5, and Hardline, and they run fine. How can I fix it? The photo is attached.

  •  I chatted with EA support and got the following, which fixed the problem:

    Please check these steps:

    Access License Folder
    Open File Explorer → Paste into address bar:
    C:\ProgramData\Electronic Arts\EA Services\License
    If path fails: Enable View → Show → Hidden items, then navigate manually.
    Locate License File
    Look for 71067.dlf or similar numbered .dlf files (e.g., 70619.dlf).
    Delete and Relaunch
    Delete the .dlf file → Restart the game.
    If issues persist:
    Repair the game via the EA App.
    Reinstall the EA App if necessary 

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  • yulf8's avatar
    yulf8
    Rising Novice
    2 months ago

     EA support told to clear the cache. It didn't help.

  • Same problem, clearing cache, reinstalling, deleting License folder doesn't help

     

  • yulf8's avatar
    yulf8
    Rising Novice
    2 months ago

     I chatted with EA support and got the following, which fixed the problem:

    Please check these steps:

    Access License Folder
    Open File Explorer → Paste into address bar:
    C:\ProgramData\Electronic Arts\EA Services\License
    If path fails: Enable View → Show → Hidden items, then navigate manually.
    Locate License File
    Look for 71067.dlf or similar numbered .dlf files (e.g., 70619.dlf).
    Delete and Relaunch
    Delete the .dlf file → Restart the game.
    If issues persist:
    Repair the game via the EA App.
    Reinstall the EA App if necessary