Windows OEM VS Retail Keys | Are They Safe? Which is for You?

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@MarryDegon
@MarryDegon 4 ай бұрын
What you're saying about OEM is misleading. You don't become a "manufacturer" when you buy an OEM key. Manufacturers buy a license to generate them. If they distribute their licenses it's against the terms of the contract. They will all get deactivated. This is why they're typically only a few bucks. The ones you have linked is an extorsive price for an OEM key. You always want to buy a Retail key and you should be able to get them around the price of the OEM keys you linked.
@JacklynMcalister
@JacklynMcalister 4 ай бұрын
Where can you get a Retail?
@MarryDegon
@MarryDegon 4 ай бұрын
@@JacklynMcalister Digital Chill Mart
@Akhan776_4
@Akhan776_4 4 ай бұрын
SCAMMERS! Its looks so like BOTS comon EVERYONE STAY AWAY
@EQINOX187
@EQINOX187 4 ай бұрын
@@MarryDegon Incorrect basically on everything you said, the manufacturers do not generate the OEM keys it is actually Microsoft that make the key packs that have the key / documentation and the COA sticker, Microsoft have stated there is no rule that prevents the sale of OEM keys so long as they have not been digitally linked to specific hardware and are used by system builders and you do not need any licence to sell them, so it is perfectly legal and within the TOS to sell them so long as the above conditions are met in fact it is actually common place for computer manufacturers to sell OEM key over stocks both privily at auctions ( this is how they end up in peoples hands an on sales sites ) and to other company's, where it can break the TOS is that while a system builder can use the key they must sell it to remain compliant, so realistically if you are building your own PC they you are a system builder and have every right to buy an OEM key that has not been used or linked , the thing that is agains the TOS is the condition that you must sell that PC for it to be TOS compliant but first of MIcrosoft have no clue and second sell it to a friend for a penny and buy it back and its now TOS compliant. As for your comment about getting retail keys for as cheap as OEM hahaha no, like OEM keys only Microsoft can make them meaning that any Retail keys you see for 10-20 bucks are ether fake / stolen
@MarryDegon
@MarryDegon 4 ай бұрын
​@@EQINOX187 Again, misleading. Yes they are linked to specific hardware and are used by system builders. But they have to be used by those specific system builders for the systems THEY build. The contract for those keys is between them and Microsoft. There is that weird grey area where you can sell the key with the motherboard. You see this on eBay sometimes. But you can't just distribute OEM keys that have been given to you as a System Builder/Manufacturer. The source of a Retail key doesn't even matter. The point is you have a retail key that isn't linked to a System builder breaking TOS or contract so it won't get deactivated.
@dwalsh35
@dwalsh35 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video! I have Windows 11 now, but what do I do with the product key?
@AndresC55
@AndresC55 4 ай бұрын
There are a lot of vendors of free keys and tools to activate Windows 11. I tried a few, even on eBay, but they all stopped working for me. It was frustrating when Windows would constantly shut down. I had my laptop crash and I couldn't reactivate the key because it was no longer working. Then I found a website and haven't had any more problems
@dwalsh35
@dwalsh35 4 ай бұрын
@@AndresC55 Great, what is the name of the website to search for it?
@AndresC55
@AndresC55 4 ай бұрын
@@dwalsh35 you will find it at bnh software
@dwalsh35
@dwalsh35 4 ай бұрын
@@AndresC55 Thanks, but why didn't you use free tools like Git or some script to activate Windows, don't they work the same way?
@AndresC55
@AndresC55 4 ай бұрын
@@dwalsh35 Those free tools are not safe. there is always the risk that they have malware or other bugs that can screw up your computer. I prefer to be safe!
@nickvirgili2969
@nickvirgili2969 Жыл бұрын
honestly I was just looking for a straight concise explanation so thank you for that. just saw a bunch of people talking about buying bad keys so I wanted more info since the other guy I saw pushing it was not explaining.
@VTOLfreak
@VTOLfreak Жыл бұрын
You can also buy retail keys from these sites at discount prices. Usually these are gray market, meaning they are legit keys but meant to be sold in another region with different pricing. I have half a dozen retail keys that I bought when Windows 7 came out. Years later, they activate just fine on Windows 11. I think at some point MS stopped caring which version you were upgrading from, they just want everyone on Windows 11 as fast as possible so they can start pushing Windows Store apps and O365 subscriptions.
@LeoDavidson
@LeoDavidson Жыл бұрын
IDK, if MS wanted everyone on Windows 11 they wouldn't have made it so awful to use. :D
@harpersneil
@harpersneil Жыл бұрын
That's really interesting - you're saying I can buy any Win key (Vista, 7, 10) and it'll activate Win11?
@favipx21
@favipx21 Жыл бұрын
@@harpersneil yes
@vuri3798
@vuri3798 Жыл бұрын
@@harpersneil It's been a few months so correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't think Vista works. If I remember well it's interchangeable for 7/8/10/11
@yo.tube.
@yo.tube. Жыл бұрын
I bought from Hypestkey Software, checked key, and that key retail, also bought office, key worked, and activation via microsoft website, even if i change pc, i can redownload office. with oem that not work.
@gergemall
@gergemall 10 ай бұрын
Thank you. I’ve never had a problem with the OEM keys . Liked and subscribed. Glad I found you.
@StenIsaksson
@StenIsaksson Жыл бұрын
Back in the day you could only activate OEM keys a certain amount of times. If you did a clean install of you PC too many times you were kind of locked out. Retail keys can be activated how many times you want.
@spade_013
@spade_013 Жыл бұрын
One of my biggest concerns with sites like this is if the key is a legit key or a volume license key. I found a video years ago showing that you can use a PID checker to see which key you have and when I bought my key from Whokeys, it was legit. No issues and no deactivation.
@kittyluo
@kittyluo Жыл бұрын
Where do you usually buy them
@joelpichette
@joelpichette 5 ай бұрын
@@kittyluo Buy ? google image search ok spend that $10 it's better than a picture from google.
@Traintech86
@Traintech86 Жыл бұрын
Wanted to throw this out: on occasion, I was able to call Microsoft and have them reactivate a key as you describe in the video and I couldn't believe it worked. I even did this with a windows LTSC key I purchased. If you had a virus, or maybe your motherboard tanked, they can be cool about it. At the $20ish price area, it's almost not worth the work to get them to reactivate it though. Great content. I have bought OEM since windows xp/Win 7. Don't be scared to be your own OEM!
@cjmarquez
@cjmarquez Жыл бұрын
I've been using OEM keys for a while now, I have used the last two I bought on two different systems (not at the same time). Since you register the key under your microsoft account if you ever change your MOBO or change your system for a new one you can just remove the key from the old one and re-use it on the new system
@Rockr69747
@Rockr69747 11 ай бұрын
I don't use my Microsoft account. Local account only. F MS.
@Tyrian3k
@Tyrian3k Жыл бұрын
One thing to also remember: If you e.g. have a retail key of Windows 10 and upgrade to Windows 11, you can no longer transfer that key to a new device, effectively downgrading it to an OEM key.
@Ottomanmint
@Ottomanmint Жыл бұрын
Thx for pointing that out! Retail keys are a bit of SCAM after all 😂
@brianberthold3118
@brianberthold3118 Жыл бұрын
WRONG!!!!!!!!!!!!! a key is a key is a key
@skuskin2000gaming
@skuskin2000gaming 10 ай бұрын
Damn I’m in that exact boat
@roberttranceedm
@roberttranceedm 10 ай бұрын
Wrong, utterly wrong. When you have a retail key to Windows 10 and you use your MS account within Windows 10 or 11, that key binds itself to your account and will beassociated with your hardware as well. That key won't be changed just like that, on a software upgrade.
@brianberthold3118
@brianberthold3118 10 ай бұрын
@@roberttranceedm funny ... cuz that never happened with mine when win 10 first came out i made an account ... .. key still works
@jasonroberts8416
@jasonroberts8416 Жыл бұрын
Updated the BIOS on an MSI Pro Z690-A DDR4 and windows 11 all of a sudden became deactivated, after an hour long call with MS troubleshooting & letting them screen share / access my PC remotely they couldn't figure it out and told me to call MSI or try downgrading to previous bios, I ended up just buying a key from whokeys and had no problems , after Tek's 25% coupon & first time buyer coupon it came out to $23 for Win 11 Pro, didn't have to reinstall windows (it was already win 11 pro) just entered the key and it re-activated, Thanks!
@MrExdous69
@MrExdous69 Жыл бұрын
Building my first PC since the windows 95 days. I’m really worried about buying a windows code through a site like this. But the price isn’t even comparable.
@jimgripp7267
@jimgripp7267 Жыл бұрын
First time Whokeys user. Discount code worked without issue and Windows 11 Pro purchase experience was smooth. New machine, so should be many years before any drive upgrades.
@CoulsonZZZ
@CoulsonZZZ 10 ай бұрын
Does you still have the activated version? Or did they take it from you
@Turmnllyrc
@Turmnllyrc 5 ай бұрын
@@CoulsonZZZ good question
@GySgt_USMC_Ret.
@GySgt_USMC_Ret. Жыл бұрын
As I usually build a new system every 4 to 5 years, I've only purchased an OEM version of Windows. Recently purchased a Win 10 Pro OEM for $42.00 . Comes with a DVD install disk & key. Have only had one instance where I was replacing a component and had to call support to reactivate windows. Fair winds and following seas to all.
@Nope-hl1un
@Nope-hl1un Жыл бұрын
Straight up, i bought a key from ur sponsor and i windows didnt let activate the pro key on an unactivated home install, so that was a small hurdle to consider but the key is legit and it was like 15$ instead of 100+. Very tight, my dude
@teksyndicate
@teksyndicate Жыл бұрын
Yeah you have to get it for the version you are on... But you could also upgrade to pro now
@johndough4422
@johndough4422 Жыл бұрын
Can confirm that WhoKeys works just fine. I finally decided to get an SSD and upgrade my old Win 7 box to Windows 10. I had a retail version of Windows 10 on a thumb drive that I used to set up the computer. I didn't remember that is was Windows "Home" and I really need things like Remote Desktop Access so I decided to upgrade to Windows Pro and I definitely wasn't going to pay full price. Just a word of advice. Since my boxed version of Win 10 was a "retail" version, the OEM key I purchased would not activate my version of Windows to "Pro". Not a huge surprise. Luckily I had only installed video drivers and browsers, so I just downloaded the official Windows installer from Microsoft's website and put it on an 8GB thumb drive. I wiped the drive and reinstalled Windows, this time with the OEM key and it worked perfectly. Thanks for the discount code! I was able to fine cheaper keys online, but finding a reputable source like you made me feel much safer with my purchase.
@L0TusJT
@L0TusJT 3 ай бұрын
Cannot say the same my key I just bought didn't work unfortunately
@johndough4422
@johndough4422 3 ай бұрын
@@L0TusJT Like I said in my comment, double and TRIPLE check that the key you are using is for the exact distribution of windows that you have installed. OEM, Retail, Home, Pro.... all of these factors make a difference.
@Swissalchemist
@Swissalchemist Жыл бұрын
Just went to whokeys based on your recommendation, paid for an OEM win pro 11 key, was sent a win 10 key that I checked PID and it's not even valid. Cool video dude.
@Geo_Unveiled
@Geo_Unveiled 9 ай бұрын
just appeal
@itsdeonlol
@itsdeonlol Жыл бұрын
OEM keys are great! I always use them when I build new PCs for friends & family! Also, I'm still using the same retail key I had back in college that was on my Windows Vista laptop... If I didn't have a retail key already, I would be using a OEM key instead.
@orange_turtle3412
@orange_turtle3412 Жыл бұрын
Where do you buy them from. I have yet to find a site I trust.
@BumpNrun69
@BumpNrun69 10 ай бұрын
@@orange_turtle3412 Exactly right, (trust) is the most important. Just be aware, they REQUIRE you to "Sign-up" with them before purchasing, which is a big Red Flag there. Make sure you read and understand that LONG drawn-out "private policy" term agreement when singing-up. Why do you think they REQUIRE you to sign-up INSTEAD of just and quick "check out" with items in your cart? My theory is ANY website that doesn't allow me the option of a Quick checkout using my PayPal account WITHOUT any sign-up whatsoever; I move on to the next in line. Sorry, nobody's going to get all my personal info for a quick checkout. Take your chance and notice how more soliciting calls along with junk mail/emails you receive afterwards. Good Luck.
@ChrissonatorOFL
@ChrissonatorOFL 9 ай бұрын
Even upgrading my motherboard, I was able to reactivate with my existing key, as it's tied to my MS account, I simply said in the activation troubleshooter that I had had a hardware change. :)
@anthonyduncalf-uk
@anthonyduncalf-uk 2 ай бұрын
I've got a Retail key that I purchased from MS in 2019. It was Windows 10 but now Windows 11 and I'm about to transfer it to a new computer. So 5 Years so far is good value for money.
@RobertJohnson-lb3qz
@RobertJohnson-lb3qz Жыл бұрын
My personal experience is I’ve purchased OEM products from a hardware shop since XP and have had no trouble. The trouble began when I purchased a retail copy of Win10 Pro from a Microsoft store-pre covid- and something weird went wrong with a Win update, 22H2 I believe, -man, the terminal in Linux is so much better than Win update- and my flash drive copy of Win 10 kept giving me odd errors with every (3 total)install. I tried the install on a fresh new SSD drive(2 installations)and I got the same odd errors from the flash drive. I tried several different phone numbers for Microsoft and finally got a human and described the situation to him and asked how do I get a replacement. I have the flash drive, the credit card sized product ID card and the receipt. After more than 30 minutes the final word was I was SOL... 🤢... 🤮. I was also told that I could purchase Win11. ❓I learned my lesson. I’m sticking with the hardware vendor and I’ve already started switching to another OS👍🤓❗️
@teampacheco2322
@teampacheco2322 Жыл бұрын
Just bought my first OEM key, works great thanks.
@JamilKhan-tt4zn
@JamilKhan-tt4zn Жыл бұрын
Where do you buy OEM keys? Can you send me the website link?
@thefirsttrillionaire2925
@thefirsttrillionaire2925 Жыл бұрын
@@JamilKhan-tt4znit’s in his description
@cgmazy4806
@cgmazy4806 8 ай бұрын
Just purchased from who keys and I have to admit, I thought I may have gotten scammed. I got the code within 30 seconds and it actually worked. Thanks so much really appreciate it!
@batyeeter8767
@batyeeter8767 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the thorough explanation. This has been a huge help and I can confirm the keys do work.
@Sharkman6275
@Sharkman6275 Жыл бұрын
Awesome help from you on this issue. I just rebuilt a machine and this is huge help! thank you!
@vicious9196
@vicious9196 8 ай бұрын
This is really awesome dude, I truly appreciate you doing this man. I feel a bit more confident and educated about this! Thank YOU very much
@SterlingSword98
@SterlingSword98 Жыл бұрын
Your my newest thing. You spoke clearly and precisely. To the point. I can appreciate that. SUBBED
@JayP7.62
@JayP7.62 Жыл бұрын
Just upgraded to windows 11 pro from home on my new laptop. Was able to use your discount code and the discount code for opening a new account at the same time. I got like $12 off. Thanks for the video!!
@cperch37
@cperch37 Жыл бұрын
Thanks bro, I bought a windows 10pro key and it worked perfectly. Much appreciated.
@samshaddad1841
@samshaddad1841 6 ай бұрын
Surprised to how easy this process was. Worked perfectly
@zakaroonetwork777
@zakaroonetwork777 3 ай бұрын
Good to See your still out here Logan.
@daltonwilliams2962
@daltonwilliams2962 8 ай бұрын
I just bought a Windows 10 Pro Key for $4.39. It activated and Windows is working as expected.
@Ash-413
@Ash-413 Жыл бұрын
Thanks man! This was very helpful about to go activate windows 11 on my first pc build!
@Keylebbbb
@Keylebbbb Жыл бұрын
Just bought a Windows 11 Pro CD Key with your discount code. Thank you so much!
@burnt_toast8679
@burnt_toast8679 4 ай бұрын
Did it work 8 months ago
@AmodeusR
@AmodeusR Жыл бұрын
You don't need to move to 11 different PCs only, if you format your PC it will lost its key and hence you'll need to buy a new one. Some people formats their PC 1 to 2 times even in a year their PCs, and considering for the last decade one key (from windows 7 to windows 11) can activate a windows operating system fine, we can quickly see the benefits here over a OEM key. Actually, I prefer to activate my windows through the cmd and a kms server, I can activate whenever I want and for free 👌
@SpynCycle57
@SpynCycle57 10 ай бұрын
My experience is that the key is tied to the motherboard, and Microsoft keeps track of it. After purchasing an OEM Windows 10 Pro key, I have reformatted the hard drive , and replaced the hard drive several times, reinstalling Windows 10 Pro from scratch, and upgrading to Windows 11 multiple times. On another computer the motherboard died, so I replaced it with a used motherboard. Windows 10 successfully activated, since it had been installed on the computer the motherboard came from.
@AmodeusR
@AmodeusR 10 ай бұрын
@@SpynCycle57 That's exactly what happens, it's tied to the motherboard. If you change it, the key is lost.
@Feckerhead
@Feckerhead 6 ай бұрын
Love your content so very helpful. Second win key I've purchased in the past year, needed a new key for my sons new PC. Thank you a ton!
@photoinshot1355
@photoinshot1355 Ай бұрын
Buyer beware! Customer service with whokeys is very poor. Following the recommendation on this channel I decided to buy a key for windows 11 home as it looked like a good deal. As soon as I opened my portal to access the key, I noticed it was a key for Windows 10 not 11. Not sure if this was a system error or my error. So, without clicking on the button to access the key I emailed whokeys to ask them to change it. I got a two-word response: “Sorry cannot”. I emailed back asking for a refund as I have not accessed the key. No response, so I will need to seek other avenues to sort this. Any ideas anyone?
@MrSquidyG
@MrSquidyG 5 ай бұрын
Glad i found this video. i'm getting ready to build my own PC next week, and was looking for windows 11 keys
@chris-zu6sf
@chris-zu6sf 8 ай бұрын
Buyer Beware: Once you've used an OEM key to activate Windows on a particular computer, that key is typically tied to that specific hardware configuration. If you change the OEM key to a different one and later want to revert to the original key, you should be able to do so. However, the process for reverting to the original key may vary depending on your specific circumstances and the policies of Microsoft and the manufacturer of your computer. In general, if you've legitimately purchased a computer with a pre-installed copy of Windows and you've changed the OEM key for some reason, you may need to contact Microsoft support or the manufacturer of your computer to help you reactivate Windows with the original OEM key. They may be able to provide guidance or assistance in recovering and reusing the original key.
@jorgemtds
@jorgemtds Жыл бұрын
When I first bought a Windows XP Professional computer it came with an OEM key. I used that machine for tests, including of viruses. I had to format and reinstall the OS many times untill... I got the serial key blocked. I called Microsoft and they confirmed the OEM keys only allow a limited number of times for possible installations (which makes sense for since they are so cheap). OEM keys for me... NEVER AGAIN!!! But if you are the kind of user that installs the system once and NEVER AGAIN want to reinstall (after formatting the disk), that's wonderful!
@ivo215
@ivo215 Жыл бұрын
Having an OEM version of windows tied to your mobo doesn't mean that it only gets 1 life cycle. When your old PC goes to your mom, so she can send emails and play bubble shooter, she needs a copy of windows too. And when the hand-me-down PC has your old OEM key, you're already done. A 2nd life cycle for your old PC, still with it's original OEM key. So you can in fact get multiple life cycles out of an OEM-key.
@xCallMeBamx
@xCallMeBamx Жыл бұрын
Thats not how it works, regardless of how many people use the system, that code cannot be used on another system, meaning it only gets 1 lifespan and thats however long the motherboard lives. Being able to use the code on multiple systems means it has multiple life cycles, being able to use the code on only one single system means it has one single life span, its not even a cycle because you never end up back at the beginning of setting it up unless you completely switch the OS. But in that case you need to buy a new code anyway so its still not a cycle
@rumi9005
@rumi9005 10 ай бұрын
I HAVE, actually, called Microsoft tech support. It was a couple of years ago and I can't remember what it was for now. But I was SURPRISED because I expected to be told I had pay (like) $100 or something upfront. Because that was what it USED to be like. However, it was FREE! And it was on an older HP computer, too. One that had originally shipped with Windows 7. So it was CLEARLY an original OEM Windows 7 upgrade to Win 10. So Microsoft didn't seem worried about it not being a consumer-purchased operating system. It HAD, however, always been Windows Pro.
@JemiloII
@JemiloII 11 ай бұрын
I wish they would have your video higher in the list, going to sound crazy, but I always look up your video before getting a windows key to make sure you get that bang for the buck for showcasing a great and reliable source for windows keys.
@the_emotional_water_bottle8526
@the_emotional_water_bottle8526 Жыл бұрын
late, but literally just bought a key from here, had some trouble but they had a guide right there to help so everything went smoothly, i recommend so far.
@iggyboo
@iggyboo Жыл бұрын
My real question is "how much tech support is MS going to give you other than reinstall?" I've been on the MS forums and if that is indicative of what "support" you get for $200, nah. No thanks.
@TheOriginalRaster
@TheOriginalRaster Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video. I followed the advice in this video and everything seemed to work very well. I used your discount code and it worked fine, and this is 1 month after you made this video. I haven't verified my key yet, but so far everything looks good. I appreciate what you did to make this video. I found this very helpful. Thanks!
@SlimeezVT
@SlimeezVT Жыл бұрын
PEOPLE LISTEN IT DOES WORK I WAS JUST THE SILLY GOOSE WHO DID IT WRONG AND YOU KNOW WHAT ITS OKAY YOU GUYS CAN ASK FOR CUSTUMER SERVICE RIGHT ON THE SIDE AND ITS FREE I RECOMEND THIS
@ALTAHSIN-p8r
@ALTAHSIN-p8r Жыл бұрын
thank you for this information, its very helpful and time saver
@hectorgramajo9271
@hectorgramajo9271 Жыл бұрын
I will be building my first PC in the immediate future and I found this information helpful. Thank you!
@philhanson380
@philhanson380 2 ай бұрын
Very helpful, simply explained, thank you bro
@sgtfury7402
@sgtfury7402 Жыл бұрын
Actually, I use an OEM key and when I changed motherboards, I was able to select the key that I used on my old motherboard during activation by saying I lost my key. It gave me the option to choose from my last two motherboards. I selected the old Gigabyte, and was activated immediately.
@JebenOvajIgrac
@JebenOvajIgrac Жыл бұрын
Do not buy those keys here, because they are not permanent, every reinstallation of the same computer will not work with the same key, so the key only lasts until your system crashes. This is a scam for me, I will never buy anything here again.
@user-vm3lz6ve6g
@user-vm3lz6ve6g Жыл бұрын
That’s what he said in the video.
@emmanuelballeza4984
@emmanuelballeza4984 Жыл бұрын
Awesome thanks been trying to find a reputable place to get a key worked on first go 🎉
@thefirsttrillionaire2925
@thefirsttrillionaire2925 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I just bought a windows 10 pro key and it worked! 🎉
@wallsInc
@wallsInc 8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much, I had so much troubles activating windows until I found your video.
@Uglypanda33
@Uglypanda33 8 ай бұрын
Did you buy the key?
@wallsInc
@wallsInc 8 ай бұрын
@@Uglypanda33 got my copy from a local computer store then getting it from Microsoft, best buy or online. good luck
@_asset
@_asset 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! This video was very helpful!
@BLRX_07
@BLRX_07 Жыл бұрын
just found this dude and really simple explanation and he looks RAD
@Ben24-7
@Ben24-7 Жыл бұрын
I would agree , using hacked versions of Windows, leads to problems . But in saying that I have heard people say that if you change Hardware multiple times like Ram graphics hard drive etc I think more than 10 times a Oem key will deactivate. Though personally I haven't experienced this.
@FunFoxHD
@FunFoxHD Жыл бұрын
For Laptops OEM Keys are completely safe, but on a desktop where you can switch an upgrade parts the retail key is the better choice, with an OEM Key on Loptop you're completely fine...
@Joshwiththefries
@Joshwiththefries Жыл бұрын
Why is it unsafe on a desktop?
@arorakirti
@arorakirti Жыл бұрын
For your kind information. MS do give support to the OEM OS Customer. I am taking since 7-8 years.
@climatixseuche
@climatixseuche Жыл бұрын
I got a pc with a windows XP version years ago, it was an OEM license somehow I got the option for Windows 7 upgrade for free and then took the Windows 10 upgrade for free and nothing in the PC besides the case and fans and power supply is the same, everything was replaced over time ofc the motherboard too I don't even have the key anymore (it was on a sticker on the PC) so before you buy keys from the grey market check if your existing license is or can be linked to your Microsoft account, if so you should be able to upgrade your hardware at will (as long the windows license is only active at one device at the time)
@tcraskoutdoors120
@tcraskoutdoors120 9 ай бұрын
This may be a dumb question but this key is what I put in to activate windows (I'm currently running in inactivated version of windows 11 pro)? Also So, if i install an OEM activation key on my system, it will make me not be able to upgrade my mobo without the key going away? Are there options for what to do if something like this happens?
@moonknight8693
@moonknight8693 3 ай бұрын
1)What happens to my win 11 oem key that came with my laptop when I upgraded it to win 11 pro? 2) If I remove Win11 pro would I still get my win 11 home? 3)Do I need to save win 11 oem home key before upgrading too win 11 pro? 4)Or it'll install by itself?
@rmorenberg
@rmorenberg Жыл бұрын
I have bought 3 keys today and I keep getting an error activating. it says hardware has changed connect to the internet. what should I do?
@jonathanbarkins8480
@jonathanbarkins8480 Жыл бұрын
Buy a fourth one
@Orthodox_Zoomer
@Orthodox_Zoomer 9 ай бұрын
It's weird it did not deactivate when you upgraded your mother board once. OEM keys are locked to your motherboard so if you replace it the software will no longer work on your device.
@Kowalamaster
@Kowalamaster Жыл бұрын
My first time back from a long break from tech channels, been like years, Logan has long hair now, Like wow. As for someone who has a Windows OEM key and not a Retail Vendor key. I can say for the times I have been using the OEM key, I usually have sorted my own issues for the last 10 years. I have had to use the Microsoft tech support two or three times, which has been useful. but for an average person Id just suggest a Retail key. (If you are a crazy and rigging crazy hardware or making incompatible thing work. might be useful.)
@c.s.3746
@c.s.3746 Жыл бұрын
Just bought mine easily and was able to pay through Paypal. I'll confirm this weekend that the key works.
@c.s.3746
@c.s.3746 Жыл бұрын
Works like a champ so far.
@articchar-lf
@articchar-lf 10 ай бұрын
Very educational even if sponsored. Thanks for the great content!
@jkennan
@jkennan 11 ай бұрын
Thanks, good explanation. Wish I’d seen this before I bought that retail key 😂
@fivecolorscotty
@fivecolorscotty 6 ай бұрын
I bought a windows key from G2A, tried it, didn't work. Tried Whokeys, key didn't work. What is wrong? Was I just scammed twice.... Or do I call microsoft lol
@harshraisaxena6724
@harshraisaxena6724 4 ай бұрын
i bought the oem from glamtech enterprises and its my first time seeing something like this and its working great for me, i was searching for discount official windows 11 pro and saw a random website selling windows 11 pro for 235 inr(2.82 dollar) and i thought i should try even if its a scam bcuz its like nothing and wallaah its working
@user-vm3lz6ve6g
@user-vm3lz6ve6g 4 ай бұрын
Interesting. I never had any problems with whokeys. Maybe contact who keys and let them know it didn’t work.
@terry3953
@terry3953 4 ай бұрын
Check your windows edition
@joannthomases9304
@joannthomases9304 4 ай бұрын
My family refuses to come do a few things simply....i have gone to 3 fix it shops i trust Nooooone ! All from viruses from hitting wrong things that could have been shown me in seconds. I feel this hit me when i was off caring for my child for 5 years..
@christophermba8607
@christophermba8607 2 ай бұрын
I have a volume license on my Windows 11 pro which expires in 180 days' time, but I need a retail product key. The volume licence is not for home users.
@_Ciosu..
@_Ciosu.. 5 ай бұрын
I just got it for 3 cents.. WIndows 11 pro.. In fact I got two keys.. I try to find what an upgrade key is for..
@reap._
@reap._ 10 ай бұрын
Thank you for the key was struggling😭👌🏾
@YuNherd
@YuNherd 10 ай бұрын
can buy for around that price along with a sealed scratch-to-show serial number and a DVD disc
@1itoric
@1itoric Жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
@dev.sharif
@dev.sharif 10 ай бұрын
I need to say that in 2024 even i reached Microsoft chat support and they put effort and talked to me for more than 1 hour. At the end of the day i reinstalled windows because me and Microsoft both couldn't find a solution for that specific problem. And because i didn't change my laptop mother board I used my OEM key that registered to my Microsoft account to reactivate new windows. So it seems retail keys the only advantage that they have is that it sticks with your Microsoft account and usable in more than 1 pc rather than stick with pc hardware (OEM Key) and not usable anywhere else. So its totally safe to buy and use OEM keys as long as you're not switching your pc mother board regularly 😂😂
@Brian0wns
@Brian0wns Жыл бұрын
Was going to build a PC w/o help in the first time forever. For this situation do you download the copy of windows in a flash drive and then have the key ready to go from this site?
@alexp5604
@alexp5604 9 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for this info I will try using who keys
@lr5417
@lr5417 10 ай бұрын
Thank so much, I finally found where to buy one and cheap
@woodwaker1
@woodwaker1 Жыл бұрын
I use this as a major upgrade to the KMS keys
@vLunaNightsky
@vLunaNightsky Жыл бұрын
Just used this key for Windows 11 Home, using TS25. Its legit...
@XugiDesri
@XugiDesri Жыл бұрын
You are so talented brother ❤❤❤
@GrishTech
@GrishTech 10 ай бұрын
Also, the keys are lower price because they take advantage of exchange rates and buy keys in favorable currency exchange rates.
@Boostednothungy
@Boostednothungy Жыл бұрын
I just built my pc and I’m new to all this for me the I think it’s the piece of mind to get retail for everything so I don’t have to worry.
@misteraplays9161
@misteraplays9161 3 ай бұрын
Guys I can confirm this website works
@478Johnnyboy
@478Johnnyboy Жыл бұрын
I hate that MS has tried to make office a subscription as if they are netflix. Word, Excel, PP and the rest have been virtually the same for decades. No need for a subscription it just doesn’t make sense other than they want $$$
@FullFledged2010
@FullFledged2010 Жыл бұрын
Nope. You can change your motherboard with a oem key. I've been using my 25 euro oem key for over 8 years now. from win 8pro to win 11pro and changed over 6 motherboards and still works fine. 🤷‍♂
@almosthuman4457
@almosthuman4457 5 ай бұрын
I checked out the website you are promoting. it looks sketchy AF. no thanks. looks like it was made by a 3rd grader.
@basurabasura
@basurabasura 11 ай бұрын
Question for the community (thanks a lot for the content
@jublywubly
@jublywubly 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for making this video. It's very helpful. Microsoft's online help is worthless. I don't recall a single time when their instructions have been 100% correct. Usually, I'll search for a specific issue, but their instructions are for a similar, but not the same, issue. Their instructions aren't concise, either. They tend to write indirect instructions over several paragraphs, that should have been answered in just a couple of lines.
@BabyFish4Music
@BabyFish4Music Жыл бұрын
Yea, just brought mine. Thanks
@jsquirrels
@jsquirrels Ай бұрын
So I'm new to the pc world I just got my first computer last year and decided I was going to build one 😂 so I just completed my build ps I hate windows 11 I was stuck for like 2 days on trivial bs. But anyways I bought a key from my digital license and that was a fucking scam. I saw your video, and then I looked up who keys and saw that they were legit. So thanks for the help. I almost just said f it and bought a 200$ key. So, I appreciate you taking the time to make this video.
@ne_gaming270
@ne_gaming270 4 ай бұрын
Okay so I’m confused, if a buy an oem key and then I upgrade my motherboard do I keep my Microsoft account (I’m not the smarties)
@nerf2752
@nerf2752 4 ай бұрын
as per what I read so for, you cant re-use that key on a new motherboard. but you can reuse it on old motherboard. i dont think Microsoft a/c has anything to do with the key.
@AnjanSarker
@AnjanSarker 8 ай бұрын
They are scamming people. My office stopped working, as keys seems to be invalid now. I have contacted their support, as this the reply, so basiclly if the keys are invalided after a while (which happened for both my two purchases), you are screwed. Their reply, "Orders of more than 6 month are not covered by our compensation. You can buy a new code and we will give you a 20% discount". I did not even asked for compensation, just asked why key was not working.
@minecraftmike5193
@minecraftmike5193 Жыл бұрын
First of all, THANK YOU. I’ve been using pirated copies of Windows for years but never felt good about it. I’ve bought several copies of windows 11 using your discount code. I have a question though: if I bought a windows 10 key would it still validate a windows 11 install?
@RonnRicco
@RonnRicco Жыл бұрын
Yes.
@criscusack
@criscusack 9 ай бұрын
So...people download cracks to force their original key open, and in return they get support from Microsoft when they need help with their settings? It doesn't make sense! I'll give this a try. My "PC" is an old BootCamp volume anyway.
@nagiyagoub212
@nagiyagoub212 Жыл бұрын
Super wonderful and useful
@viperdemonz-jenkins
@viperdemonz-jenkins 10 ай бұрын
used the cheap keys and have managed to swap motherboards twice no issue, and have to contact MS when it was a platform change on the third swap.
@uolamer
@uolamer 11 ай бұрын
I just bought 2x using your code, seems like a small price to pay to not use some sketchy method. They both activated without issue.
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