Windows 11 Activation Guide

Use this Windows 11 activation guide to redeem your Windows 11 key.

  1. If you’re not already running Windows 11, you can download it via the installation assistant or with the ISO: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows11/

  2. Run the downloaded tool or ISO file and follow the on-screen instructions to go through the install.

  3. In the Windows Search Bar type in “Activation settings” and hit enter. This will load the activation window showing which Windows 11 Edition you have installed and its activation status.

  4. Under the “Change product key” row, click the “Change” button.

  5. A window will open asking you to “Enter a product key“, type or paste in your 25-character Windows 11 key and click “Next“.