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How to Activate Windows with a Confirmation ID

If you have installed Windows on your device, you need to activate it to verify that your copy of Windows is genuine and hasn’t been used on more devices than the Microsoft Software License Terms allow. Activation also helps you access all the features and updates of Windows.

There are different methods to activate Windows, depending on how you got your copy of Windows and what type of license you have. One of these methods is using a confirmation ID, which is a 25-character code that you receive from Microsoft after providing your installation ID.

In this article, we will explain what a confirmation ID is, when you need it, and how to use it to activate Windows.

What is a confirmation ID?

A confirmation ID is a 25-character code that you receive from Microsoft when you activate Windows by phone or online. It is different from a product key, which is another 25-character code that you need to enter when you install Windows.

A confirmation ID is generated based on your installation ID, which is a unique identifier for your device and your edition of Windows. Your installation ID is displayed on your screen when you choose to activate Windows by phone.

You need a confirmation ID when you activate Windows by phone or when you have problems activating online. For example, if you have upgraded your device or made significant hardware changes, you may need to reactivate Windows with a confirmation ID.

How to activate Windows with a confirmation ID?

To activate Windows with a confirmation ID, you need to follow these steps:

1. Open the Activation settings by selecting Start > Settings > Update & Security > Activation.
2. If Windows is not activated, select Troubleshoot. If Windows is activated but you want to change the product key, select Change product key.
3. Enter your product key if prompted and select Next.
4. If online activation fails or you don’t have an internet connection, select Activate by phone.
5. Select your region from the drop-down list and call the toll-free number that appears on your screen.
6. When you call the Activation Center, you’ll be asked to provide the installation ID (displayed on your screen) and other relevant information. After your installation ID is verified, you’ll receive a confirmation ID.
7. In the Activation Wizard, type the confirmation ID in the spaces provided at the bottom of the screen and then press the Enter key.
8. If the activation is successful, you’ll see a message that says “Windows is activated”.

Congratulations! You have activated Windows with a confirmation ID. You can now enjoy all the benefits of Windows.

Conclusion

Activating Windows with a confirmation ID is one of the methods that you can use to verify that your copy of Windows is genuine and hasn’t been used on more devices than the Microsoft Software License Terms allow. It also helps you access all the features and updates of Windows.

To activate Windows with a confirmation ID, you need to call the Activation Center and provide your installation ID, which is a unique identifier for your device and your edition of Windows. You will then receive a confirmation ID, which is a 25-character code that you need to enter in the Activation Wizard.

We hope this article has helped you understand how to activate Windows with a confirmation ID. If you have any questions or feedback, please let us know in the comments below.