How to convert a Windows 10 license to Windows 11?
How to convert a Windows 10 license to Windows 11?
I bought a Windows 10 key years ago for future use. Now I plan to use it on a new system and want Windows 11. I think there should be an option to upgrade the key to Windows 11 before installing, so I don’t have to install and then switch to a new OS.
Provided it's an genuine key and a retail one instead of an OEM, simply type the key when asked during your Windows 11 clean setup.
The key grants your permission to use Windows. If it’s acceptable for upgrading from 10 to 11, it should also work for a fresh installation of 11. Microsoft differentiates between 'Home' and 'Pro' editions; 7/10/11 isn’t enough, especially not when distinguishing between an upgrade versus a clean install.
I possess a Win 7 retail key that functioned during upgrades to 10, during clean installs of 10, and during the transition from 10 to 11.