You can change your product key that Windows uses to activate it. If you’re reusing licenses or a key has been revoked, this allows you to upgrade to a different edition of Windows 10 or switch to a different key.
There are several options for changing the product key, including terminal solutions that can be run from the command prompt. In this guide, we’ll show you how to use the Windows 10 Settings app in the simplest way possible.
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How to change your product key in Windows 10
Using the Start menu or the Win + I keyboard shortcut, go to Settings. From the left menu, select the “Update & security” category, then the “Activation” page. Click the “Change product key” link on the screen that appears.
A prompt will appear in the form of a popup. To begin the activation process, type in your new product key. Your key will be 25 characters long and will be sent to you via email or on physical installation media. A product key sticker may be affixed to your retail device, such as a laptop or desktop PC, if you’re using one.
To approve the product key change, click “Next” and follow the prompts. Your key will now be attempted to be activated by Windows. In most cases, this will be a fully automated online procedure. You should be activated within a few minutes if your key is genuine and unused. Your product key will now be installed, and the key should unlock all of the features in your Windows 10 edition.
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How to change Windows 10’s product key using Settings
- Open the Settings menu.
- Select Update & Security from the drop-down menu.
- Select Activation from the drop-down menu.
- Change the product key by clicking the Change product key link.
- Enter the 25-digit product key for the Windows 10 version you want.
- To finish the procedure, click Next.
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