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Windows Activation Troubleshooter - What Is It & Usage Guide
Everything you need to know about this tool and how to use it
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Although you canuse your Windows PC for some time without activation, users know activation allows you to get the full package. However, you sometimes encounter issues, which is why the Windows activation troubleshooter is a more than welcomed tool.
This guide will show you everything you need to know about the activation troubleshooter and how to use it.
What is Windows Activation Troubleshooter?
The Windows activation troubleshooter is a tool that helps to diagnose and recommend possible fixes for activation issues.
It is available on all versions of Windows 10 and 11 and is easy to use. Microsoft developed this tool due to many complaints about activation issues.
The Activation Troubleshooter features a few options to make the activation process easier. The first is the ability to connect your Microsoft account with your Windows 10 license.
This will allow users to activate Windows 10 simply by logging in to their Microsoft accounts. Next, the Activation Troubleshooter will allow you to get back to the version of Windows 10 you initially used.
For example, suppose your license is for Windows 10 Pro, and you installed Windows 10 Home on your computer. In that case, the Activation Troubleshooter will automatically change the system version and register your computer for Windows 10 Pro.
Another benefit of the Windows Activation troubleshooter is that it can be used toactivate Windows after a motherboard changeor any hardware. It does this by simply retrieving your digital license from the linked Microsoft account.
Where is the Activation troubleshooter?
To locate and use the troubleshooter, follow the steps below:
That is how easy it is to locate the troubleshooter. After clicking Troubleshoot, all you need to do is just wait for the tool to diagnose your PC and apply the recommended fixes.
In the rare cases that theWindows activation troubleshooter is not working, check our detailed guide to fix the issue quickly.
That is just about everything you need to know about this excellent tool by Microsoft. In case you are facing issues activating your PC, check our guide on the commonWindows activation errors and how to fix them.
Feel free to share your experience with this tool with us in the comments below.
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Ivan Jenic
Windows Hardware Expert
Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
