Windows 10: Cannot activate Windows 10 Pro after purchase through the Microsoft Store

Discus and support Cannot activate Windows 10 Pro after purchase through the Microsoft Store in Windows 10 Updates and Activation to solve the problem; My desktop has been running Windows 10 Home since 2018. Today, I decided to update to Windows 10 Pro. I purchased a copy through the Microsoft Store,... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Updates and Activation' started by nballin, Jun 16, 2021.

  1. NBALLIN
    nballin Win User

    Cannot activate Windows 10 Pro after purchase through the Microsoft Store


    My desktop has been running Windows 10 Home since 2018. Today, I decided to update to Windows 10 Pro. I purchased a copy through the Microsoft Store, and I have received an email receipt. This purchase apparently doesn't come with a Product Key. Rather, it is only supposed to be activated with a digital license according to the following help article:https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/upgrade-windows-10-home-to-windows-10-pro-ef34d520-e73f-3198-c525-d1a218cc2818I am logged in as an administrator using the same account that was used to purchase the Windows 10 Pro license. My comp

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    nballin, Jun 16, 2021
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  2. ROBERTEUGENEOR
    RobertEugeneOR Win User

    Windows 10 Activation - Purchased thru Microsoft Store

    I purchased Windows 10 Pro thru the microsoft store in july. It was working great.

    A recent windows update caused windows to think its Windows 10 Enterprise - which fails activation.

    Since I purchased thru store I don't have a product key to paste in the Activation Window (found in steps to fix documentation).

    I cannot get in touch of anyone at Microsoft for less than $499 (Business support no thanks).

    When I open the store it says - your not using a valid version of enterprise ( this is super annoying ).. When I goto the windows professional store page - it says "upgrade to legit windows 10 enterprise" (no thanks)... I really just want this nightmare
    to end and have the windows I bought. (Windows 10 Professional)

    But seem to be in endless documentation / Activation / other random that leads in circles..

    Thanks
     
    RobertEugeneOR, Jun 16, 2021
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  3. 95VIPER
    95Viper Win User
    Windows Store 10 cents deals

    Change your region for Windows Store
     
    95Viper, Jun 16, 2021
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  4. DAVEM121
    DaveM121 Win User

    Cannot activate Windows 10 Pro after purchase through the Microsoft Store

    Windows 10 Pro store purchase wont activate

    Hi MCas1ID

    This is caused by a known bug in the process of activating Windows 10 Pro, click the link below, then follow the steps provided by trusted MVP Sumit Dhiman and your Windows 10 Pro should be activated in a minute . . .

    https://www.yourwindowsguide.com/2019/07/fix-pu...

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    Standard Disclaimer: This is a non-Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate, safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Products). Thoroughly research
    any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it.

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    DaveM121, Jun 16, 2021
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