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ZacharyRobinson
Sep 14, 2024Copper Contributor
How do I find my windows 11 product key?
I recently needed to find my Windows 11 product key because I wanted to reinstall the system, but I didn't know where to find Windows 11 product key. I've seen some tutorials before, but the operation was a bit complicated and I didn't know the specific steps. Does anyone have any simple methods or tools that can help me quickly find the Windows 11 product key? If anyone has encountered a similar problem, please share your experience, thank you!
I have encountered a similar situation before. I wanted to reinstall Windows 11, but I couldn't find the product key.
I tried several complicated tutorials, and finally found Product Key Finder to be the simplest tool. It can find the key in one step and the operation is also very smooth.
If you don't want to go through complicated steps, I recommend this tool, it is quite useful.
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- NKal4CCCopper Contributor
As some people in the replies have mentioned, you can use the command prompt method, but you can also use the command "slmgr.vbs /dlv." This command displays the Activation ID, although it shows only a partial product key. The Activation ID can be useful, along with the Installation ID, which can be used to contact Microsoft through their phone center.
To do this, press WIN+R, type "slui 4," then select your country from the list and call one of the displayed numbers, Toll and Toll-free. When you call, the automated representative will prompt you to either enter the Installation ID using the number pad or say it out loud. After you complete that step, click "Next" and enter the Confirmation ID in the provided boxes. Finally, you can proceed by clicking "Activate Windows" with the information you've received. I hope this helps!
- brogotchillwinCopper Contributor
For affordable and reliable Windows 11 Pro keys, check out 9XKEY.
To quickly find your existing Windows product key,
open Command Prompt, type wmic path SoftwareLicensingService get OA3xOriginalProductKey, and hit Enter—it’ll appear instantly.
By the way, I recently purchased a Windows 11 Pro key from 9XKEY, and it worked flawlessly! Highly recommended!
- HippenqaCopper Contributor
To quickly find your Windows 11 product key, open Command Prompt as an administrator and run this command: wmic path softwarelicensingservice get OA3xOriginalProductKey
This retrieves key if it's embedded in your motherboard. If you don't have a retail Windows 11 Pro key, use Microsoft partner Hyp est key
Another simple method to find your Windows 11 product key is through the Windows Registry:
- Press Win + R, type regedit, and hit Enter.
- Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\SoftwareProtectionPlatform
- Look for the "BackupProductKeyDefault" entry.
- SpugetyCopper Contributor
I did this and found my backup key. I tried changing my current key to this one I found but it is still displaying the message that the key didn't work. (0xc0000022)
- kisatCopper Contributor
To quickly find your Windows 11 product key, open Command Prompt as an administrator and run this command: wmic path softwarelicensingservice get OA3xOriginalProductKey
This retrieves key if it's embedded in your motherboard. If you don't have a retail Windows 11 Pro key, use Microsoft partner HypestKey
Another simple method to find your Windows 11 product key is through the Windows Registry:
- Press in + R, type regedit, and hit Enter.
- Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\SoftwareProtectionPlatform
- Look for the "BackupProductKeyDefault" entry.
- fcalbinCopper Contributor
For affordable and reliable Windows 11 Pro keys, visit 9XKEY
You can easily find your Windows product key by opening Command Prompt, typing wmic path SoftwareLicensingService get OA3xOriginalProductKey, and pressing Enter—it’ll show up instantly.
By the way, I found a great site offering affordable Windows 11 Pro keys. I got one myself, and it worked perfectly!
- quokwoCopper Contributor
To quickly find your Windows 11 product key, open Command Prompt as an administrator and run this command: wmic path softwarelicensingservice get OA3xOriginalProductKey This retrieves key if it's embedded in your motherboard. If you don't have a retail Windows 11 Pro key, use Microsoft partner HypestKey Another simple method to find your Windows 11 product key is through the Windows Registry: 1) Press Win + R, type regedit, and hit Enter. 2) Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\SoftwareProtectionPlatform 3) Look for the "BackupProductKeyDefault" entry.
- elianajames8brCopper Contributor
You can easily find your Windows product key by opening Command Prompt, typing wmic path SoftwareLicensingService get OA3xOriginalProductKey, and pressing Enter—it’ll show up instantly.
By the way, I found a great site offering affordable Windows 11 Pro keys. I got one myself, and it worked perfectly!
- sierra-upsteam-1999Copper Contributor
To find your product key, just open Command Prompt, type wmic path SoftwareLicensingService get OA3xOriginalProductKey, and hit enter. You'll see the key right there. Easy stuff!
Oh, and if you wanna save cash, I found a site with windows 11 pro cd key. I got the Home version, worked fine. They got Pro too if you need it. - AdamRobertsonCopper Contributor
In addition to the registry and BIOS, there is a other way to find the Windows 11 product key:
(Get-WmiObject -query 'select * from SoftwareLicensingService').OA3xOriginalProductKey
- ConthiaCopper Contributor
Let me analyze the disadvantages of using PowerShell to find Windows 11 product keys:
- If your Windows 11 is activated via a digital license, which is super common especially if you upgraded from an older version or bought it through the Microsoft Store, you might not see the product key at all. It just won't show up because your system is linked with your Microsoft account instead of having a visible key. Super frustrating when you’ve followed the steps and nothing pops up!
- If you're not familiar with command-line interfaces, this can be a bit daunting. Typing commands always comes with the risk of a typo. One wrong character, and you might not get the result you're looking for.
- There are instances where the product key just isn't stored on your system anymore (thanks to upgrades or re-installs). You can follow the steps to the letter, and still, you end up with nothing. Classic case of "just your luck".
If PowerShell is giving you headaches, consider other Windows 11 product key finder. These tools usually do a good job of digging around in your system to find that elusive key without the command line drama. Just be cautious and choose reputable software.