Learn how to activate Windows using a product key or digital license, check your activation status, and link your Microsoft account.

Learn how to use the Activation troubleshooter to resolve common activation issues in Windows.

Activation helps verify that your copy of Windows is genuine and hasn’t been used on more devices than the Microsoft Software License Terms allow. This article will help you …

Learn how to activate Windows using an internet connection, automated system, or live support advocate.

Learn how to find a Windows product key for activation, and when you'll use a digital license instead.

Select the Start button, then select Settings > System > Activation . Open Activation settings If you're not activated, complete the activation process with the steps you see on the Activation …

When you get a message that says Windows can't be activated, there are several possible reasons why. Select any of the following topics to see some typical reasons for activation …

Learn more about the privacy settings for speech, voice activation, inking, and typing in Windows.

Automatic startup setting: This opens up the Speech section under Accessibility settings, here you can enable voice access to launch automatically before or after logging into your computer.

In the Copilot mobile app: Open the menu, select your profile icon, then select Voice Settings. There you can select the specific voice you want to use and your preferred playback speed.