Product key for Windows 10 Pro is a unique code used to activate the software.
Product key for Windows 10 Pro is a unique code used to activate the software.
Hey there! Let's clarify a few points. First, Ebay typically sells genuine OEM keys, not just regular keys. If the seller says it's 100% working and tested, that usually means they have proper documentation. However, the fact that you're getting a discounted key from Lazada instead of Ebay doesn't necessarily mean it's unsafe.
Regarding the product key itself, if it's not OEM and you're unsure about its authenticity, you can check reviews and ratings on trusted platforms. The high rating with many positive feedbacks suggests it's generally reliable.
As for verifying if others are using your key, you can check the product key on authorized reseller sites or forums where users share their experiences. If multiple people mention issues, it might be worth double-checking the seller's reputation.
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They’re more likely to be stolen keys. Still, these aren’t the keys meant for resale and will probably get blocked by Microsoft at any moment. It’s similar to piracy, except you end up paying the criminals. Still, consider the worst case—those keys are stolen or made illegally and being sold to several people.
So the key that I bought from Ebay 2 years ago that is still working fine up to this day is just me being lucky and receiving a key that somehow has no problem? Which is more safer? The $1.6 key that I bought or should I just pirate windows? The only thing I'm worried about from the $1.6 key is that if someone else is using it too and they might see my data and stuff that's it. I'm not sure if pirating windows also means that someone else can check my PC or something like that. But if pirating just means that I wouldn't be able to call Microsoft for support/help then that's fine by me.
A key comes in retail, OEM or volume options. It’s probably a volume license since you’re likely dealing with multiple PCs. Retail means personal use, often more costly and transferable to another machine if needed. OEM is for DIY builds or small businesses without support, and you can’t move your key there. Volume licenses are for big organizations needing many units at once, like schools or offices. The seller is likely an IT professional selling excess keys, possibly testing them without clear intent. Microsoft’s rules and transfer policies differ, but technically you can move a license regardless of type.
If he shares the same key with others, your PC could become exposed to those who also have that key.
Volume licensing as far as I know still gives out separate keys, it's just a 'range' of keys. But worst case scenario, if Microsoft decides to not be nice they could block that entire range. Or another worst case scenario, if the seller did something not allowed (say credit card fraud to get the keys or he stole them from work..) Microsoft could again block the entire range. That is how volume licences work as far as I know. I never actually used them, so not entirely sure. But I can't confirm if this seller is selling the same key multiple times.
It will just block the key, effectively making the PC run an unactivated version of Windows 10 (watermark, no personalization, etc.). Keep in mind my post is partially speculation, partially possibilities and partially experience. Personally I don't have an opinion on full official Windows vs. running it unlicensed vs. unofficial key resellers vs. alternate ways to license W10.