After installing Windows 11, you are so hyped to use all the latest features of it.

Most of all, the fabulous Dark Mode of Windows 11 with all the catchy icons!

But you got surprised with sadness that you couldnt apply Dark Mode because Windows 11 isnt activated.

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I will show you the authentic way to activate Win 11.

Lets begin the activation process of your Windows 11.

So, get a cup of coffee and start reading this article.

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you could activate Win 11 from parameters or CMD with KMS.

Using the authentic method to activate Windows will keep your data and the PC safe.

Note:Microsoft is offering the KMS keys on their officialwebsite.

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So, you dont need to worry about the authenticity, and its legal too.

Here are methods to turn on Windows 11 activation most safely:

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The Windows upgradation process will carry forward that activation to Windows 11.

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But you must activate it after installing a fresh Windows 11 on your equipment.

For that, you gotta purchase the activation key.

After buying the product key of Windows 11, you should probably follow the below steps.

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Now, you have activated Windows 11 successfully.

Read more on how toboot to safe mode in Windows 11.

You dont need to worry about it anymore because Microsoft has officially included the KMS program.

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Go to Microsofts officialpageand learn about it.

You must launch theCMDand writecommandsto enable Windows 11 activation with theproduct keythrough theKMS server.

So, let me show you how to activate it with CMD & KMS.

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Now you must set up aKMS serverusing theCMD.

Check out the easiest way tofix blue screen on Windows 11.

Also, youll get stuck with limited themes.

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With an inactive Windows 11, you cant change the colors and font.

Also, you cant change the lock screen wallpaper as you want.

Its like it’s possible for you to only do limited personalization, which is boring.

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If you go to options, there are many things you cant change.

So, you cant change minor prefs in the Start menu from an inactive Windows.

The pain part is you cant customize the taskbar either.

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Additionally, youll get frequent notifications to activate your Windows which will annoy you greatly.

So, it is meaningless to keep working with Windows 11 if you cant use its full features.

You must activate it right away.

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Also, check out our separate post on how tofix Windows cant access connection drive on Windows 11.

FAQs

Do I really need to activate Win 11?

Yes, you must activate Win 11 because you cant use all the features.

You wont get crucial Windows updates and bug fixes.

Is Windows 11 activated permanently?

If you fire up the activation once for Windows 11 with the activation key, its activated permanently.

Similarly, a laptop or equipment with pre-installed activated Windows will remain activated constantly.

How long can I use Windows 11 unactivated?

you might use Windows 11 without activationforeverif you want because Microsoft allows you to use it without activation.

But youll get limited features only.

How many characters code in the Windows activation key?

There are25 character codesin the Windows activation key.

Youll need all of it to activate the Windows OS.

Wrapping Up

Most Windows OS users around the globe installed Windows 11 as their daily driver.

If you are a Windows user, you know you cant do much with limited features and customizations.

A windows 11 without activation wont let you use all the features and bind you with limited personalizations.

So, you must activate it right now.

Have you read this article and activated your Windows 11 by following my methods?

just let me know in the comment box below if you need further assistance with Windows 11.

Best of luck using the activated version of Windows 11.