How do I find Windows 10 product key without cmd?

If you have an OEM product key (which is often the case with pre-built PCs or laptops), that key is locked to your machine’s hardware—as in, it’s tethered to your motherboard. If you're thinking about swapping out your motherboard (maybe you’re upgrading or fixing something), you're pretty much out of luck. That key will not work anymore. I learned this the hard way when I tried to upgrade my gaming rig, and I had to buy a new license.

When it comes to finding Windows 10 product key, not all methods are guaranteed to work. You might rely on command line tools or third-party software like Product Key Finder, but sometimes they don’t show you the key, or they pull up the wrong key if there are multiple Windows installations (like on dual-boot systems). I once had a friend who got mixed up because the tool pulled an old key from a different OS install, and it didn’t work for his current setup. Confusion central!