How to find Windows product key?

Many times you might have encountered spaces to be filled with a Product key. Each time if you need to reinstall Windows as a solution for any XYZ problem, the system asks for the Windows product key.

To find the Windows product key is really Simple. A product key is unique to every system. In other words, this represents your license. It can be a 25 character long key.  While, in other cases, it could be a digital license needed for activation.

The problem with many users is, either they don’t know what it is(as their Windows installation is done by the techies) or they forget their unique number( as many people don’t use it once the installation is done).

As a matter of fact, if your Microsoft account is linked with your individual product key, you won’t have to fill the key again. All you need is to log in with your credentials. But, if it’s not linked, then you need to find it first.

All in all, where can we locate this mysterious key? Try to not stress all you would like is to locate the perfect spot in the right way. we should always dive into ‘How to Find Windows product key‘.

Method 1:

This method is for the buyers who have their box they got Windows 10 with. If you have got a boxed retail Windows, then you can find it here. All you need is to check the box. The product key will be printed inside of that.

Method 2:

You can also use a third-party tool for finding it. Simply use Produkey, you can find it there easily following the procedure given. Make sure you use this latest version compatible with Windows 10. This way hackers try to get your key

Though, your computer may show this as a “Potentially Unwanted Program” (PUP). As mentioned earlier if it shows PUP, this is flagged by an anti-malware program to provide security from attacks. But, don’t worry, you are the customer trying to find your key. This method works and doesn’t compromise your system’s security.

Method 3:

If you have an activated copy of Windows then you can see the product key too.

Step 1-go to Settings

Step 2- Click Update & Security

Step 3-Go to Activation.

 The product key will be displayed .

Method 4:

Using Command Prompt

 This is an easy process, just follow the instructions given below to look for Product key.

 Step 1: First, Press Windows + S to open Windows search. and then search for CMD.

Step 2: Right-click on the ‘CMD’ and run it as ‘Run as administrator.’

Step 3: On the command prompt , you need to type in the following command –

wmic path softwarelicensingservice get OA3xOriginalProductKey

Step 4: The 25- digit product key will appear on the screen. This can be copied from the Command prompt window and  used.

That’s it! You are done. Using these methods, you can find Windows Product Key via Command Prompt.