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DaxxonFoster
Dec 22, 2025Iron Contributor
Safe place for Windows 10 Pro ISO Image download 64 bit?
Alright, I'm in a bit of a bind and my Google-fu is failing me. I need to do a clean install but I want to make sure I'm grabbing the official Windows 10 Pro ISO from a legit source. I keep hitting s...
Castiellm
Dec 22, 2025Iron Contributor
Microsoft officially recommends using the Media Creation Tool to download integrated ISO images containing multiple versions, including Windows 10 Pro. This tool can assist you,ISO image download for Windows 10 Pro
Download and Run the Media Creation Tool
- Visit the official Microsoft Windows 10 download page.
- In the Create Windows 10 installation media section, click Download tool now to obtain
- MediaCreationTool22H2.exe.
- Run the program as an administrator and accept the license terms.
Select Parameters and Download the Windows 10 Pro Integrated ISO
- On the “What do you want to do?” screen, check “Create installation media for another PC” and click Next.
- Uncheck “Use the recommended options for this PC.”
Unlock manual selection options.
Language: Select as needed.
Edition: Choose Windows 10. - Architecture: Prefer 64-bit , select 32-bit or Both as needed.
- Click Next, choose the ISO file, specify the save path, and wait for the tool to download and generate the ISO image.
Enable and Activate Windows 10 Pro During Installation
- Create a bootable USB drive with this ISO or load it into a virtual machine for installation.
- When prompted for a product key during installation:
If you have a Pro key: Enter it directly. The installer will automatically match and activate Windows 10 Pro.
If you don't have a key: Select “I don't have a product key” to complete the installation first, then purchase and activate the key later.
This is the most straightforward and recommended method from Microsoft. The tool will download the correct ISO for you, which includes Pro, Home, and other editions.