Windows 10: Transferring license key from an old computer to the new one.

Discus and support Transferring license key from an old computer to the new one. in Windows 10 Updates and Activation to solve the problem; I have an old HP laptop which I upgraded from Win 7 to Windows 10 and wonder if I can transfer the license key from that laptop before recycling it,... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Updates and Activation' started by Garen57, Feb 28, 2021.

  1. GAREN57
    Garen57 Win User

    Transferring license key from an old computer to the new one.


    I have an old HP laptop which I upgraded from Win 7 to Windows 10 and wonder if I can transfer the license key from that laptop before recycling it, to my desktop PC I run with a digital license.

    :)
     
    Garen57, Feb 28, 2021
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  2. ANDRE DA COSTA
    Andre Da Costa Win User

    Digital License after transfer license to new computer

    Uninstalling a product key does not deactivate the license, there is actually no deactivation method. You would still need to contact support to actually invalidate the license on the old machine, so it can reactivate on the new machine.

    Transferring the license is a step by step process.

    First, you either remove the license from the machine by formatting it.

    Install it on the new machine.

    Contact chat support, then reactivate.

    Where Digital license is handy is when you are still using the machine and reinstall Windows 10 and need to reactivate the license after a significant hardware change, such as a hard disk.

    Learn more:

    http://www.groovypost.com/howto/transfer-window...
     
    Andre Da Costa, Feb 28, 2021
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  3. SMITTYCHAT.
    Smittychat. Win User
    New computer - transfer old key

    Hi,

    The Windows 10 Pro upgrade would be tied to the old computer and is not transferable. I believe it will be necessary to purchase Windows 10 Pro.

    Try the following steps:

    To upgrade, select the Start button, then select Settings >
    Update & security > Activation.

    • If you have a digital license for Windows 10 Pro, and Windows 10 Home is currently activated on your device, select
      Go to Store and you'll be prompted to upgrade to Windows 10 Pro for free.
    • If you have a digital license for Windows 10 Pro, but Windows 10 Home isn't activated on your device, select
      Troubleshoot, and then follow the steps to upgrade to Windows 10 Pro.
    • If you don't have a digital license for Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro is available for purchase from the Store.
    Upgrade Windows 10 Home to Windows 10 Pro
     
    Smittychat., Feb 28, 2021
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  4. ANDRE FOR DIRECTLY
    Andre for Directly Win User

    Transferring license key from an old computer to the new one.

    Transfer Windows 10 license to a new computer without access to old product key

    Hi Abder63

    My name is Andre Da Costa; an Independent Consultant, Windows Insider MVP and Windows & Devices for IT MVP. I'm here to help you with your problem.

    If you had Activated and linked your license to your Microsoft Account and its a retail license, you might be able to transfer it to the new computer without the product key.

    It depends on how Windows 10 was originally configured on your computer.

    If its a full retail store bought license online or offline, it is transferable to a new computer or motherboard.

    If its the free upgrade from a retail store bought Windows 7 or Windows 8 license, it is transferable to a new computer or motherboard.

    If its the free upgrade from a OEM preinstalled Windows 7 or Windows 8 license, it is NOT transferable to a new computer or motherboard.

    Learn more about transferring your license:

    http://www.groovypost.com/howto/transfer-window...

    If its a retail license, learn how to reactivate:

    http://www.groovypost.com/howto/activate-window...

    Here are steps to reactivate the license on the new computer without the product key.

    Transferring license key from an old computer to the new one. [​IMG]
     
    Andre for Directly, Feb 28, 2021
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