Key for the installed files is ready.
Key for the installed files is ready.
I retrieved the installation files from the provided link and wanted to confirm the proper method for obtaining a product key. I followed the steps on the Microsoft site, selecting the appropriate Windows 11 option. I’m a bit puzzled since there isn’t an immediate option to purchase a key directly after downloading. It’s frustrating that the site keeps redirecting me to the German license page, which isn’t what I intended.
The process is purchasing a key, but the download option indicates you prefer digital delivery instead of physical media. The content you receive matches what's available on the official installation site.
It's understandable to feel cautious. You're right to double-check, especially with a free installation media. Just make sure you're using the correct key for your specific setup.
You can buy it from a key reseller for around 10EUR, rather than the full price on Windows.
I’d just purchase a key from third-party sites, like CDkey stores, then activate it afterward. On another point, my OS was damaged and I had to reinstall it. I downloaded the original copy from Microsoft and used NTlite to clean it up—removing unnecessary bloatware and settings before installing. Then I made a bootable USB and reinstalled it on my PC. I configured it to generate a local account without prompting for my Microsoft login. Interestingly, when I opened the desktop, there was no watermark. Looking into the activation settings, it showed as active. I became curious and checked the command prompt and registry, discovering a product key that wasn’t mine. Now I have two keys.