Has anyone else had activation issues after upgrading to Windows 11? My Windows ?

sCdge · Post by **sCdge** » Tue Jan 13, 2026 7:13 pm

Agreed, that's a good step. Also, sometimes just leaving it connected to the internet for a day or two lets it sort itself out automatically.

p2iF6sq720b3 · Post by **p2iF6sq720b3** » Tue Jan 13, 2026 10:07 pm

Yeah, and double-check that your Microsoft account is linked to your digital license in Settings > Accounts.

ejx3726 · Post by **ejx3726** » Tue Jan 13, 2026 11:35 pm

This. Agreed, that's a good step. Also, try running the Activation troubleshooter again after a fresh reboot—sometimes it just needs a second pass.

6Ww318n829 · Post by **6Ww318n829** » Thu Jan 15, 2026 9:59 pm

This. You could also try using the activation troubleshooter's "I changed hardware on this device recently" option, as the upgrade can sometimes trigger that. Another option is to manually enter your Windows 10 product key in the activation settings.

UmmehBSl · Post by **UmmehBSl** » Sat Jan 17, 2026 1:55 pm

+1 I had the same problem. What finally worked for me was a clean install using the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool, then activating with my old Windows 10 key.

nnwGUcEH · Post by **nnwGUcEH** » Mon Jan 19, 2026 3:22 pm

Agreed. You could also try running the Activation troubleshooter again, but choose the "I changed hardware on this device recently" option this time. Good luck!