PETKA is an unofficial, community-developed merger of the original OEM electronic parts catalog systems (for Volkswagen Group) and PET (for Porsche). It provides a unified platform for accessing comprehensive spare parts information, including part numbers, illustrations, prices, and VIN decoding for vehicles from the Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Škoda, Porsche, and Commercial Vehicles brands.

Activation codes are generally intended for personal use; those found requesting codes for paid client services may be denied. Activation Process

Hello [Developer/Moderator Name], I would kindly like to request an activation key for PETKA 8.8. I have already clicked the Thanks and Reputation buttons on the main release post. Hardware ID: 8F3C-91B2-AA7E-44ED-0012-99FF OS: Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Thank you very much for your time and outstanding contribution to the community! Use code with caution. Critical Pitfalls to Avoid

The most recent iteration (often dated late 2024/early 2025). Can often reuse 8.5/8.6 licenses if configured correctly.

Go to the active activation thread and post a clean request. Do not add unnecessary fluff. Use this exact formatting:

: Licenses are version-specific. For example, a version 8.6 license may expire or become invalid if you attempt to use it for version 8.8 without a new activation.

Navigating the can be intimidating if you approach it unprepared. However, armed with the correct knowledge of the community rules, the step-by-step process for retrieving your HWID, and the troubleshooting fixes listed above, you are well on your way to successfully activating this powerful OEM parts catalog.

After installation, launch PETKA. The program will display a dialog box showing your . This unique identifier is required for code generation.

: Earlier stable versions that often required a one-time key. Some users noted that version 8.6 licenses eventually expired, prompting a move to 8.8.

: Once activated, installed updates are designed to remain valid without expiration. If you'd like, I can help you:

One of the most common issues is a sudden deactivation. This typically occurs when a major hardware component is changed or if the software's license mechanism has a time-based component. If your PETKA suddenly deactivates and you already have an old key, you can sometimes reactivate it using the same key.