{"id":135866,"date":"2025-09-08T06:30:29","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T10:30:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/?p=135866"},"modified":"2025-10-30T20:48:14","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T00:48:14","slug":"activate-windows-11","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/activate-windows-11\/","title":{"rendered":"How to activate Windows 11 (three ways)"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul class=\"sum\">\n<li>To activate Windows 11, open <strong>Settings<\/strong> &gt; <strong>System<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Activation<\/strong>, click <strong>&#8220;Change,&#8221;<\/strong>\u00a0and enter the product key.<\/li>\n<li>Alternatively, during setup, on the <strong>&#8220;Activate Windows&#8221;<\/strong> page, enter the 25-digit product key that activates your purchased edition.<\/li>\n<li>To reactivate Windows 11 after a hardware change, open <strong>Settings<\/strong>\u00a0&gt;\u00a0<strong>System<\/strong>\u00a0&gt;\u00a0<strong>Activation<\/strong>, click <strong>&#8220;Troubleshoot,&#8221;<\/strong> select the <strong>&#8220;I changed hardware on this device recently&#8221;<\/strong> option, choose a computer, and click <strong>&#8220;Activate.&#8221;<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Can you activate Windows 11 with a Windows 10 product key? <strong>Yes<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Can you activate Windows 11 with a Windows 7 or 8 product key? <strong>No<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>UPDATED 10\/30\/2025: <\/strong>Activating <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/tag\/windows-11\">Windows 11<\/a> is straightforward, and there are at least two ways to do it. You can enter the product key during the installation setup or activate it later through the Settings app. If you&#8217;ve recently changed your computer&#8217;s hardware, you can also reactivate Windows 11 to regain access to all features.<\/p>\n<p>While most devices can upgrade to <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/can-upgrade-windows-11-free-yes-microsoft-confirms\/\">Windows 11 for free<\/a>, the operating system itself isn&#8217;t technically free. If you built a custom workstation or gaming PC that never had an installation of Windows, you must purchase a valid product key to activate the system and unlock its full functionality.<\/p>\n<p>However, if you&#8217;re <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/upgrade-windows-10-windows-11\/\">upgrading from Windows 10<\/a> on a compatible laptop or desktop, you won&#8217;t have to pay anything<strong>\u2014as long as your <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/windows-11-system-requirements\/\">hardware meets the minimum requirements<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can<strong> also activate Windows 11 with a Windows 10 product key<\/strong> even when installing the operating system on the device for the first time. However, Microsoft has <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/windows-11-10-no-longer-activate-7-8-keys\/\">closed the loophole<\/a> that previously allowed users to activate an installation of Windows 11 or 10 with a Windows 7 or 8 product key.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In this <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/tag\/how-to\">guide<\/a>, I&#8217;ll walk you through the steps to activate any version of Windows 11 that&#8217;s installed on your computer.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"toc\">\n<li><a href=\"#activate_windows11_settings\">Activate Windows 11 from Settings (after install)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#activate_windows11_install\">Activate Windows 11 from setup (during install)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#activate_windows11_hardware_change\">Activate Windows 11 after hardware change<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"activate_windows11_settings\">Activate Windows 11 from Settings (after install)<\/h2>\n<p>To activate Windows 11, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>Open <strong>Settings <\/strong>on Windows 11.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click on <strong>System<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Activation<\/strong> tab.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Activation state<\/strong> setting (if applicable).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Change<\/strong> button in the &#8220;Change product key&#8221; setting.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-180620\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-change-option.webp?resize=827%2C552&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Activate Windows 11\" width=\"827\" height=\"552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-change-option.webp?w=986&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 986w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-change-option.webp?resize=300%2C200&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-change-option.webp?resize=860%2C574&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 860w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-change-option.webp?resize=150%2C100&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Confirm the 25-digit activation product key for the edition of Windows 11.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-180617\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/activate-windows-11-settings.webp?resize=827%2C552&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Enter Windows 11 product key\" width=\"827\" height=\"552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/activate-windows-11-settings.webp?w=986&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 986w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/activate-windows-11-settings.webp?resize=300%2C200&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/activate-windows-11-settings.webp?resize=860%2C574&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 860w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/activate-windows-11-settings.webp?resize=150%2C100&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"tip-box\"><span><strong>Quick note:<\/strong> Yes, you can use a Windows 10 key to activate Windows 11, but you cannot use a key from Windows 8.x or Windows 7.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Next<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>(Optional) Click the <strong>Open Store<\/strong> button to open the Microsoft Store.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Buy <\/strong>button to purchase an activation key.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Continue with the on-screen directions to complete the license purchase and activate Windows 11 (if applicable).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Assuming you are using Windows 11 with a Microsoft account, the license will be linked to your account as a &#8220;digital license&#8221; (digital entitlement), allowing you to reinstall the operating system without needing manual reactivation.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re setting up Windows 11 without a Microsoft account, the setup will generate a unique identifier with the current hardware configuration, allowing the device to activate automatically in the feature (if necessary).<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"activate_windows11_install\">Activate Windows 11 from setup (during install)<\/h2>\n<p>To activate Windows 11 during the installation process, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/create-bootable-windows-11-usb-install-media\/\">Start the PC with the <strong>Windows 11 USB flash drive<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Press any key to continue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Choose the installation language and format.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-164827\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/language-option-windows-11-24h2-setup.webp?resize=718%2C562&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Windows 11 24H2 setup language option\" width=\"718\" height=\"562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/language-option-windows-11-24h2-setup.webp?w=718&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 718w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/language-option-windows-11-24h2-setup.webp?resize=300%2C235&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/language-option-windows-11-24h2-setup.webp?resize=150%2C117&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 718px) 100vw, 718px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Next\u00a0<\/strong>button.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Choose the keyboard and input method.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-164826\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/keyboard-setup-windows-11-setup.webp?resize=719%2C565&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Windows 11 setup keyboard option\" width=\"719\" height=\"565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/keyboard-setup-windows-11-setup.webp?w=719&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 719w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/keyboard-setup-windows-11-setup.webp?resize=300%2C236&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/keyboard-setup-windows-11-setup.webp?resize=150%2C118&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 719px) 100vw, 719px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Next<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Select the <strong>&#8220;Install Windows 11&#8221;<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-164828\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/install-windows-11-24h2-setup-option.webp?resize=720%2C565&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Install Windows 11 24H2 option\" width=\"720\" height=\"565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/install-windows-11-24h2-setup-option.webp?w=720&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/install-windows-11-24h2-setup-option.webp?resize=300%2C235&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/install-windows-11-24h2-setup-option.webp?resize=150%2C118&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Check the <strong>&#8220;I agree everything&#8221;<\/strong> option to confirm that this process will delete everything on the computer.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>On the &#8220;Product key&#8221; page, enter the current 25-digit product key for the edition of Windows 11.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-176121\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/windows-11-enter-product-key.webp?resize=720%2C566&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Windows 11 Setup enter product key\" width=\"720\" height=\"566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/windows-11-enter-product-key.webp?w=720&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 720w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/windows-11-enter-product-key.webp?resize=300%2C236&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/windows-11-enter-product-key.webp?resize=150%2C118&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"tip-box\"><span><strong>Quick note:<\/strong> Yes, you can use a Windows 10 key to activate Windows 11, but you cannot use a key from Windows 8.x or Windows 7.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Next<\/strong> button to verify the license.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Continue with the <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/clean-install-windows-11\/\">on-screen directions<\/a> to complete the installation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Although you can provide the product key to activate Windows 11 during the installation, you can always skip this step by clicking the <strong>&#8220;I don&#8217;t have a product key&#8221;<\/strong> option. If you plan to reinstall the operating system, the system will reactivate automatically using an internet connection after the installation. However, you must activate the setup with the Windows 11 Pro or Home product key if this is a new install.<\/p>\n<p>If the product key doesn&#8217;t match the <a href=\"https:\/\/pureinfotech.com\/check-windows-11-home-pro\/\">edition of Windows<\/a>, you will need to reinstall the operating system one more time with the correct edition that matches the license.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"activate_windows11_hardware_change\">Activate Windows 11 after hardware change<\/h2>\n<p>After making significant hardware changes to the computer (such as replacing the motherboard, processor, and memory), the installation may lose its activation because it detects these as new components. However, you can use the activation troubleshooter to re-activate for free.<\/p>\n<p>To reactivate Windows 11 after a hardware change, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p>Open <strong>Settings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click on <strong>System<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Activation<\/strong> tab.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Activation state<\/strong> setting (if applicable).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Troubleshoot<\/strong> button next to the <strong>&#8220;Windows reported that no product key was found on your device. Error code: 0xC004F213.&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-180619\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-troubleshoot-option.webp?resize=827%2C552&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Activate after hardware change\" width=\"827\" height=\"552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-troubleshoot-option.webp?w=986&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 986w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-troubleshoot-option.webp?resize=300%2C200&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-troubleshoot-option.webp?resize=860%2C574&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 860w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-troubleshoot-option.webp?resize=150%2C100&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>&#8220;I changed hardware on this device recently&#8221;<\/strong> option.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-180616\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-troubleshoot-changed-hardware-device-recently.webp?resize=827%2C552&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Windows 11 reactivation\" width=\"827\" height=\"552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-troubleshoot-changed-hardware-device-recently.webp?w=986&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 986w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-troubleshoot-changed-hardware-device-recently.webp?resize=300%2C200&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-troubleshoot-changed-hardware-device-recently.webp?resize=860%2C574&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 860w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/windows-11-activation-troubleshoot-changed-hardware-device-recently.webp?resize=150%2C100&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 827px) 100vw, 827px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Sign in with your Microsoft account credentials.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Select the computer from the list to reactivate Windows 11.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Click the <strong>Activate<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-148368\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/windows-11-reactivate-hardware-change.webp?resize=778%2C672&#038;quality=78&#038;strip=all&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Reactivation hardware change\" width=\"778\" height=\"672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/windows-11-reactivate-hardware-change.webp?w=778&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 778w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/windows-11-reactivate-hardware-change.webp?resize=300%2C259&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/windows-11-reactivate-hardware-change.webp?resize=665%2C574&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 665w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/pureinfotech.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/windows-11-reactivate-hardware-change.webp?resize=150%2C130&amp;quality=78&amp;strip=all&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 778px) 100vw, 778px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Once you complete the steps, Windows 11 will reactivate permanently for free without needing additional steps.<\/p>\n<h3>FAQs about Windows 11 activation<\/h3>\n<p>If you still have questions about activation, the following FAQs will help you clarify the most common questions.<\/p>\n<h4>Can I activate Windows 11 permanently for free?<\/h4>\n<p>Yes, but only if the previous installation has already been activated. You cannot activate Windows 11 for free on a new installation.<\/p>\n<h4>Can I use a Windows 7 or 8 key?<\/h4>\n<p>No. Microsoft closed that loophole, and Windows 7 and 8 keys will not activate Windows 11.<\/p>\n<h4>What&#8217;s the difference between OEM vs retail keys?<\/h4>\n<p>The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) keys are tied to the original hardware, and they&#8217;re not transferable. On the other hand, retail keys are transferable in many cases, allowing you to activate another setup as long as you won&#8217;t be using the previously activated installation.<\/p>\n<h4>My PC says Windows is not activated after I changed my motherboard. What do I do?<\/h4>\n<p>Sign in with the Microsoft account linked to the digital license,\u00a0<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">then run\u00a0<strong>Settings<\/strong>\u00a0&gt;\u00a0<strong>System<\/strong>\u00a0&gt;\u00a0<strong>Activation<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Troubleshoot<\/strong> and select the <strong>hardware change<\/strong><\/span> option. (See above steps.)<\/p>\n<h4>Does Windows 11 require activation?<\/h4>\n<p>No, you don&#8217;t need to activate Windows 11. However, without activation, you will face numerous restrictions when using the operating system. For example, you won&#8217;t be able to customize the look and feel of the desktop, and a watermark will appear in the bottom-right corner of the screen, reminding you to activate it.<\/p>\n<h4>What&#8217;s the activation code for Windows 11?<\/h4>\n<p>The activation code, also known as a product key, is a 25-digit serial number that enables you to activate the edition of Windows 11 you purchased. You cannot use a Windows 11 Pro product key to activate a Windows 11 Home installation. If the activation code doesn&#8217;t match the edition of Windows 11, you will need to reinstall the operating system with the correct edition.<\/p>\n<h4>How much is a Windows 11 product key?<\/h4>\n<p>A product key for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/d\/windows-11-home\/dg7gmgf0krt0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windows 11 Home is usually $139<\/a>, while the product key for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/d\/windows-11-pro\/dg7gmgf0d8h4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Windows 11 Pro is $199.99<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Update October 30, 2025:<\/strong> This content has been updated with new information, and it&#8217;s been revised to ensure accuracy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Activate your Windows 11 installation to unlock all the features.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":180622,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2426,23],"tags":[96,19,2715,2576],"class_list":["post-135866","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-features","category-windows","tag-difficulty-level-intermediate","tag-how-to","tag-windows-11","tag-windows-help"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How to activate Windows 11 (three ways) - Pureinfotech<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"To activate Windows 11, open Settings &gt; System &gt; Activation, click Change and enter the product key. 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