Do you need to activate Windows 10? Activation helps to verify that your copy of Windows is genuine.

Where to Enter Windows 10 Key?

A product key is a 25-character code, that looks like this:

PRODUCT KEY: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX

You will be prompted to enter a product key during a fresh installation of Windows 10. Another option is to do it after installation. To enter a product key click on the Start button, then select Settings > Update & Security > Activation > Update product key > Change product key.

Check if your Windows 10 has been Activated.

Activation status in Windows 10 can be verified by clicking on the the Start button, and then select Settings > Update & Security and then select Activation . Your activation status will be shown next to Activation.