The licensing server is back online as of October 8th, 2017.  TRIAL keys must use the latest release of BackyardEOS 3.1.16 and BackyardNIKON 2.0.9 to ensure the keys validate properly against the new server.  PURCHASE keys were never affected by this and they continued to work despite the licensing server being offline.  Anyone who had a trial key during this period can request a second 30-day trial key to ensure they can fully evaluate the software before purchasing.  Please send us a note using the Contact Us page to request your second 30-day trial key. Please use the following thread if you which to provide comments or discuss the situation.