> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://v2-docs.n4.gg/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Asset Escrow

> How resource encryption and licensing work for n4.gg scripts

The **Asset Escrow** system, developed by Cfx.re in partnership with [Tebex](https://www.tebex.io/fivem), is the official way we protect and deliver resources sold on the n4.gg store. Your purchased scripts are encrypted and can only run on servers that own a valid license for them—so your code stays protected and your server is the only one that can use it.

## How it works

Asset Escrow is built for developers who sell FiveM resources and want to protect their work from being leaked or copied. Here's the flow:

1. **Encryption** — Selected files in the resource are encrypted and locked as an "asset." Those files can't be viewed or edited; only the FiveM runtime can use them on an authorized server.

2. **Licensing** — When the resource starts, FiveM checks your server's **license key** from the [Cfx Keymaster](https://keymaster.fivem.net). The resource runs only if the FiveM account that owns that key **also** owns the asset.

3. **Purchase** — When you buy a script from our Tebex store, the asset is granted to the FiveM account you're logged in with. To use it, your server must use a license key generated on **that same account**.

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  **Server build:** Asset Escrow resources require FiveM server build **5181 or newer**. If you see "Error parsing script" or "Failed to load script," [update your server artifacts](https://docs.fivem.net/docs/server-manual/setting-up-a-server/).
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## What you need to know

* **At checkout** — You'll be asked to log in with your FiveM account. That account is the one the resource is tied to. Use the **same FiveM account that owns the license key your server uses**, or the resource won't start.

* **Managing assets** — You can view, download, and (once) transfer owned assets in the Keymaster under "Purchased assets" / asset grants. You'll also get a download link by email after purchase.

<Card title="Keymaster – Asset grants" href="https://keymaster.fivem.net/asset-grants" icon="key">
  View, download, and transfer your purchased assets
</Card>

## Common errors

| Message                                 | What to do                                                                                                                                                                                            |
| --------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **You lack the required entitlement**   | Your server's license key isn't from the account that owns the asset. Use the correct key or [transfer the asset](https://keymaster.fivem.net/asset-grants) to the account that owns your server key. |
| **Failed to verify protected resource** | The resource was likely copied without hidden files. Ensure the **`.fxap`** file (and any other hidden files) are present; some FTP or file tools skip them. Re-download from Keymaster if needed.    |

## Learn more

<Card title="Asset Escrow (Cfx.re forum)" href="https://forum.cfx.re/t/introducing-asset-escrow-for-your-resources/4777151" icon="book">
  Official announcement and full FAQ from Cfx.re
</Card>