How to Remove and Transfer a Product Key from Windows 10

When it comes to upgrading your Windows 10 experience, you may need to remove and transfer your product key to a new device. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of uninstalling your current product key and transferring it to a new system.

Removing Your Current Product Key

Before you can transfer your product key, you need to remove it from your current system. You can do this by using the Command Prompt with administrator privileges. Follow these steps:

1. Search for Command Prompt in Windows 10 and right-click on the top result.

2. Select the 'Run as administrator' option to open Command Prompt as an administrator.

3. Type the following command to remove your current product key: `slmgr /upk`

4. Press Enter to execute the command.

If you don't see a message indicating that the product key has been uninstalled successfully, you may need to run the command multiple times until you receive this confirmation.

Transferring Your Product Key

Once you've removed your current product key, you can transfer it to a new device. The process of transferring a product key depends on the type of license you have:

* If you have a retail license of Windows 10, you can transfer the product key to a new device.

* If you upgraded to Windows 10 Pro from Windows 10 Home by purchasing the upgrade through the Microsoft Store, your product key will be converted into a digital license linked to your Microsoft account. In this case, the product key is not transferable and cannot be used to activate another device.

Limitations on Transferring Product Keys

It's important to note that there are some limitations when it comes to transferring product keys. If you have an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) license, which is pre-installed on a computer such as a Surface Laptop 4 or Dell XPS 13, your product key may not be transferable.

Additionally, if you plan to upgrade from Windows 8.1 or Windows 7 with a retail copy, you can also move the product key to another device. However, you must deactivate the previous installation before transferring the key.

Transferring your product key to a new system can be a straightforward process as long as you follow the correct steps. By removing and transferring your product key, you can enjoy the benefits of upgrading to Windows 10 on a new device. Remember to always deactivate your previous installation and transfer your product key in accordance with Microsoft's licensing terms.

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