FIX: Access to the path C:\System Volume Information is denied when running Activation Wizard


Background

When running the activation wizard, you receive a message:

Access to the path c:\System Volume Information is denied

The Fix

  • Show the folder. 
  • Double click the folder – you will probably get an access denied error. 
  • Give yourself permission until you can go in the directory without an error. 
  • Re-run the DotImage Activation Wizard

Original Article

Q10322 - HOWTO: Access to the path C:\System Volume Information is denied when running Activation Wizard

Last Update

2026-11-11 - TD - (Added headings and removed outdated links)