If you need stronger protection, look into compiled languages (Cython, Nuitka) or commercial protectors like IntellectSoft .
Advanced options like string constant obfuscation ( mix-str ), Refactor (RFT) Mode, and Binary Code Protection (BCC Mode) are completely blocked. pyarmor license
Licenses can lock obfuscated scripts to a hardware ID (MAC, HDD serial, etc.) – good for desktop app distribution. If you need stronger protection, look into compiled
If you have 3 team members obfuscating code, you need 3 Pro licenses (≈$600 total). Enterprise is even pricier. If you need stronger protection
PyArmor uses a simple licensing model:
Without custom validation, a user can share the license file across machines – you must implement server-side checks yourself.