The webDEALER|ePLATE (formerly eTAG) system is designed to make processing license plates (previously dealer tags) fast and easy for dealerships throughout the state while making license plate information available in almost real-time to law enforcement.
July 1, 2025: webDEALER Requirement
On July 1, 2025, a new law requires all licensed Texas dealers to use the TxDMV webDEALER system to electronically process title and registration for vehicle sales. Dealers without webDEALER accounts will not be able to complete sales transactions beginning July 1, 2025. Learn more about House Bill 718 (HB 718) and the changes it requires on our HB 718 page.
July 1, 2025: From eTAG to ePLATE
Included in the changes related to House Bill 718 (HB 718) effective July 1, 2025, eTAG will be known as ePLATE.
Training on ePLATE and metal license plate assignments is available on demand or during one of our live webinars (see below). Learn more about HB 718 and access information for dealers on our HB 718 page.
webDEALER Training Webinars
We offer training for dealers on the webDEALER system through live webinars and on-demand training available 24/7 in English or Spanish.
24/7 On-Demand Training
webDEALER 101 and 102
You can access the pre-recorded webDEALER 101 or webDEALER 102 training at any time:
- webDEALER 101 Training in English
- Entrenamiento webDEALER 101 en Español
- webDEALER 102 Training in English
webDEALER Transaction Training
Learn how to complete specific types of transactions with these walkthroughs:
- How to Process webDEALER Apportioned Transactions
- How to Process webDEALER Trailer Transactions and Frequently-Asked Trailer Questions
- How to Process webDEALER Off-Highway Transactions
Metal Plate & Inventory Management System (IMS) Training
- Metal Plate Changes & Processes Training
- Inventory Management System (IMS) Training
- Metal Plate & IMS Changes and Processes Training - Webinar Recording with Q&A Session
- Metal License Plate Implementation Information: Your Complete Guide to Metal Plate Implementation
ePLATE Training
Live Webinars
Live dealer training webinars are listed on our events calendar.
Making webDEALER Work for You
The webDEALER system was developed so that it could be readily used in a typical business environment that uses a Windows-based operating system, the most commonly used Web browser, and high-speed broadband (DSL) or cable internet connections. While it is possible to vary from these standards somewhat, for your convenience, we have spelled out the optimal hardware and software environment
We're also happy to walk you through the login process and give you record-keeping tips.
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