Live Beta FAQ

Current Live Beta
Beta signup and account
Using beta versions
Providing feedback on beta versions

Note: Ableton Support cannot expedite or respond to requests to join the beta program. Technical support and troubleshooting are offered for current, released versions of Live only. To report bugs or suggest improvements in Live Beta, post feedback in Centercode.

Current Live Beta

What is the Live Beta?
Live Beta is a version of Ableton Live that allows users to test upcoming changes and report outstanding issues. During the active beta testing period, developers analyze feedback submitted via Centercode and work on implementing suggestions prior to release.

Is there a current Live Beta?
Live 12 and Live 11 have active beta programs. Live 11 and 12 for Push 3 (standalone) beta versions are also available in the Ableton Hardware Project in Centercode. To check whether a beta is available now, visit https://www.ableton.com/en/beta/. If you're already a Live Beta member, sign in to Centercode to see current projects. 

Is Live Beta only for major releases?
Beta versions are made available leading up to both major releases and version updates. Before a new major Live version (e.g. Live 12) is released, Live Standard and Live Suite users can try the beta for the upcoming major version. Between releases of major Live versions, before updates and bugfix releases (e.g. Live 12.x), all Live users (Lite, Intro, Standard, Suite) can join the beta.

Beta signup and account

How do I sign up for the Live Beta program?
You can sign up via our Beta Test Community in Centercode. All Live edition owners(such as Lite, Intro, Standard, or Suite) of Live 12 can join the Live 12 bugfix beta. To learn more, visit the Ableton Beta Program website.

Why can't I authorize Live Beta after downloading?
If you don't own a license for Live Standard or Live Suite, you will not be able to authorize a major version Live Beta (e.g. Live 12), even if you have downloaded it. Log in at ableton.com to see the licenses in your account. 

When can I start testing the public beta version?
When you sign up on Centercode, you'll receive either an invitation to start testing, or a notification that you've been added to a waiting list for the current beta testing program.

• For version update and bugfix betas (e.g. Live 12.x), you can join and start testing any time.
• Invitations to the beta program for major version releases (e.g. Live 12) are granted gradually, so you may need to wait for an invitation after signing up. 

Why can't I log in to Centercode?
The Centercode testing platform is separate from Ableton.com. If you don’t already have a Centercode account, please create one to access Live Beta programs.

I can't remember my password for Centercode, what do I do now?
Please use the Lost My Password link on the Centercode log-in page. Ableton Support cannot reset or access your Centercode password. 

How do I opt out of the Live Beta?
In Centercode, on the Community level, click the drop-down beside your name on the top right, then select Opt out of community. You can also leave specific beta projects, but keep your Centercode account, from within the relevant project. 

Using Beta versions

Where do I download the Live Beta installer?
The installer can be downloaded from the relevant Centercode Project. From the Main Project dropdown menu, navigate to the Beta Releases tab.

Note: Live Beta versions cannot be downloaded from your Ableton user account. 

What are the minimum system requirements for Live Beta?
The system requirements for each Live version are listed here: Live Minimum System Requirements. System requirements for Live Beta are the same as those for the equivalent version of Live. 

Can I use the beta version for my current projects?
Beta versions have not been tested as thoroughly as official releases. You may use Live Beta for your current projects at your discretion, to test new features and bug fixes. However, we cannot offer troubleshooting or technical support for beta versions. Please report bugs and submit feedback exclusively via Centercode. Depending on your license, Live Beta may come with feature limitations.

Are beta versions stable?
Beta versions contain bug fixes and other improvements, but they have not been tested as thoroughly as official releases. If you do critical studio or performance work, we recommend using the latest release version of Live.

Is my data collected when I use the Live Beta?
Usage data collection and automatic updates are always enabled in Live Beta.

Will I be able to use Live Sets created with Live Beta in earlier Live versions?
Live Sets created with Live Beta cannot be opened in any earlier Live version.

Can I install Live release versions and Live Beta on the same computer?
Live Beta is installed separately from the release versions of Live. You can install both on the same computer.

Providing feedback on Beta versions

Where do I report bugs found in Beta versions?
Please report bugs in the Bug Submission channel of the relevant Centercode Project.

Note: Ableton Support and Ableton Forums do not collect bugs or provide troubleshooting for beta versions. For support when testing Live Beta, use Centercode.

Where do I submit feature suggestions for Live?
If you have suggestions for improvements to Ableton products, visit the Suggestions Submission channel of the relevant Centercode Project.

Where can I further discuss the Live Beta?
To post questions about the Live Beta and participate in discussions about features, visit the public forums within the relevant Centercode Project.

Note: Ableton Support and Ableton Forums do not collect bug reports or provide troubleshooting for beta versions. For support when testing the Live Beta, use Centercode.