> [!Warning] > Many of these links have changed due to the recent Milestone website updates. We will update as new links are generated. Date: 27/01/2026 > # Customer Dashboard / Software Registration For Licenses, Test Licenses, Monitor mode, Server Status. [Log in - Milestone Customer Dashboard](https://online.milestonesys.com/Account/Login#/) # Hotfix list [XProtect VMS cumulative patches (complete list) & various XProtect tools (milestonesys.com)](https://milestonesys.my.site.com/developer/s/article/XProtect-VMS-cumulative-patches-complete-list) >[!note] >Account and login required **Alternative hotfix download location, does not require login.** [https://milestonedownloads.joshooaj.com/?path=Hotfixes%2F25.3](https://milestonedownloads.joshooaj.com/?path=Hotfixes%2F25.3) # Knowledge Base [Knowledge Base (milestonesys.com - Requires Login)](https://support.milestonesys.com/article/Knowledge__kav/Default) # Downloads [Download our VMS in the version and language you need (milestonesys.com - Requires Login)](https://www.milestonesys.com/my-milestone/download-software/) >[!note] >Account and login required **Alternative download location, No login required.** [https://milestonedownloads.joshooaj.com/](https://milestonedownloads.joshooaj.com/) # Supported Hardware https://www.milestonesys.com/support/software/supported-devices/xprotect/ # Milestone Support https://support.milestonesys.com/support/technical-support-cases # Milestone Partner Portal https://partner.milestonesys.com/landing-page # Technology Partner Finder [Milestone Systems Technology Partners](https://www.milestonesys.com/partners/technology-partners/technology-partner-finder/) > [!note] > Not currently active 27/01/2026 # XProtect product lifecycle [XProtect product lifecycle | Stay up-to-date, stay safe](https://www.milestonesys.com/support/software/product-lifecycle/) # Cyber Security #### Hardening Guide https://doc.milestonesys.com/latest/en-US/portal/htm/chapter-page-hardening-guide.htm #### SSL Certificate Guide https://doc.milestonesys.com/latest/en-US/portal/htm/chapter-page-certificates-guide.htm #### GDPR Privacy Guide https://doc.milestonesys.com/latest/en-US/portal/htm/chapter-page-gdpr-privacy-guide.htm #### TCP/IP Ports Used [Ports used by the system - XProtect VMS products | Milestone Documentation 2025 R2](https://doc.milestonesys.com/latest/en-US/standard_features/sf_mc/sf_systemoverview/mc_portsusedbythesystem.htm) # Training [Learning | Milestone Systems](https://learn.milestonesys.com/index.htm) ## Partner Certifications [Overview](https://milestonesys.fuseuniversal.com/communities/7564) #### XProtect Certified Design Engineer (XCDE) > [!info]- > An **XProtect Certified Design Engineer (XCDE)** has the ability to design surveillance solutions to meet customers’ needs. For Milestone certification, you must pass an XCDE assessment. Completing the **instructor-led XProtect Designer class** is not necessary, but it will help you prepare to pass the XCDE certification. [Study Guide](https://milestonesys.fuseuniversal.com/communities/7564/contents/713612) #### XProtect Certified Integration Technician (XCIT) > [!info]- > An XProtect Certified Integration Technician (XCIT) installs and configures multi-server, medium-complexity XProtect VMS installations. The XCIT assessment tests your knowledge and ability to perform tasks within the following eight competency areas: Preparing for Installation; Installing XProtect Components; Global Behaviours and License Activation; Devices and Components; Rules, Alarms, and Events; Users and Security; Smart Client and Smart Client Profiles; and Expanding, Maintaining, and Upgrading. [Study Guide](https://milestonesys.fuseuniversal.com/communities/7564/contents/713662) #### XProtect Certified Integration Engineer (XCIE) > [!info]- > An **XProtect Certified Integration Engineer (XCIE)** installs and configures complex XProtect VMS installations with camera counts of 100-10,000 cameras. The XProtect Certified Integration Engineer assessment tests your knowledge and ability to perform tasks within the following eight competency areas: IT and Security Best Practices; XProtect Deployment Preparation; XProtect Installation; XProtect Configuration Settings; XProtect Configuration Behaviors; XProtect Expansion; XProtect Delivery; and XProtect Maintenance. [Study guide](https://milestonesys.fuseuniversal.com/communities/7564/contents/713663) #### Bluevolt certification exams ==(Replaced with Fuse Universal)== [Milestone Learning and Performance](https://go.bluevolt.com/Milestone/s/) # API [APIs](https://www.milestonesys.com/support/for-developers/apis/) [MIP SDK](https://doc.developer.milestonesys.com/mipvmsapi/) # List of XProtect Comparison Charts [Directory contents of /MTSKB/KB000034241/](https://download.milestonesys.com/MTSKB/KB000034241/) # Github - https://github.com/milestonesys - [MilestoneSystemsInc repositories](https://github.com/orgs/MilestoneSystemsInc/repositories) # MilestonePS Tools PowerShell tool developed by Josh Hendriks, many powerful tools to help with administration of a Milestone XProtect system. [Home - MilestonePSTools Module](https://www.milestonepstools.com/) #### Josh Hendriks Github [joshooaj (joshooaj) / Repositories](https://github.com/joshooaj?tab=repositories) # Forums / Discussion #### Milestone Support Community Is no more as of Jan 2026 #### Reddit [XProtect](https://www.reddit.com/r/Xprotect/) [Milestone XProtect](https://www.reddit.com/r/MilestoneSystems/)