It is important to check the activation status of Windows or Office to ensure that the system is legal and to avoid restrictions. Sometimes, if you miss the activation issue, you risk losing data on your PC, as the operating system may not be available. The following are simple verification methods.
Windows Activation Check
Method one
We will check through the settings of the Win 11-10 operating system.
“Settings” → “Update and Security” → “Activation” ;
The status will be indicated here: “Windows activated” or “Activation required“.
Method two
Checking via the command line (CMD). To do this, open CMD as administrator [Win + R] and enter:
” slmgr /xpr” – This command will show whether the system is activated and the license is valid.
For detailed information, use the “slmgr /dlv” command. The license information is displayed here, including the activation type and expiration date.
Check activation for Microsoft Office
Checking Microsoft Office is also very simple, just follow three steps.
- Open any Office application (Word, Excel).
- Go ahead: “File” → “Account“.
- The activation status will be displayed in the “Product Information” section.
Free activation method
If the system is not activated, many people use special KMS activators, which is a simple and reliable tool for activating Windows and Office. However, it is best to buy a license.
Why is activation important?
- Activated Windows receives security updates.
- No watermarks or restrictions.
- Full access to system functions.
Usually, the Windows operating system informs us in advance that the license key is coming to the end of its service life. The Microsoft Office program does the same. Therefore, we always have time to purchase a license key from an official representative.
But sometimes it happens that your key abruptly became invalid. This is due to software failures and errors. In such situations, the user risks losing access to important files that he created in Microsoft Office. Check activation on time and use licensed products!