How to Transfer Windows 10 License to A New PC

Are you looking to save some money by transferring Windows from your old device to a newly assembled system? There are various ways to perform this task with third-party tools and built-in applications. We will discuss all these methods in detail to help you transfer a Windows 10 license to another PC/a new PC/another computer.

Most computer and laptop manufacturers deliver devices with activated Windows for easy utility. If you want to transfer Windows activation to your new device, you may not transfer all the licenses, as Microsoft has set some limitations on transferable Windows, which we will discuss later.

Now, you must be wondering how to transfer a Windows 10 license to another PC or a new computer to avoid purchasing a new one. In this article, EaseUS will try to provide several workable solutions to help you perform this task.  

Determine If Your Windows 10 License is Transferable

Microsoft provides Windows 10 licenses to its users through two main channels: Retail and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM). When buying a Retail license, you can transfer the Windows product key to another computer using different methods. There's typically no limit on how many times you can transfer the license if you deactivate the previous installation.

However, you might face activation issues occasionally, which may require contacting Microsoft support for resolution. While discussing computers or laptops that come with pre-activated OEM Windows, you cannot transfer their license to another PC. The following steps can help you easily check what license type is activated on your device.

Step 1. Start by typing "cmd" in the search box and clicking the "Run as Administrator" button to access the Command Prompt application on your device.

Step 2. Now, you must write the following prompt to determine what license type is activated on your device.

"slmgr -dli"

After writing this prompt, press the "Enter" key, and you will see a new dialog box about the Windows license in the "Description" section. 

How to Transfer Windows 10 License To A New PC - 3 Ways

Once you determine your transferable license, you can try the three best methods of transferring a Windows 10 license to another PC or computer without difficulty.

Way 1. Transfer Windows 10 License & Product Key via EaseUS Todo PCTrans – Easiest

EaseUS Todo PCTrans Professional can transfer anything you want to the new computer, including finding and transferring licenses. By doing so, this license transfer tool lets you feel like you are using your older device when working on the newer one. Other than transferring the license, users can utilize this tool to migrate their passwords, profiles, and settings in one go.

Using this method for Windows license transfer, you can start working on your new device without wasting any time setting things up manually. 

Instructions to Move Windows 10 License in One Click Using EaseUS Todo PCTrans:

Step 1. Launch and run EaseUS Todo PCTrans on the PC, and choose "Product Key" on the left panel.

Step 2. Click "Scan", and you can see the product key of Windows, Adobe, and Office. Save the key to the selected location or choose "Copy" for direct use.

After finding the Windows license using EaseUS Todo PCTrans, save it locally, send or transfer it to the target computer, deactivate the system on the current computer, and reactivate it on a new one.

Other Guide of EaseUS Todo PCTrans to Check

• Transfer Windows 10 License from Dead Computer
• Move Microsoft Office to New Computer
• Transfer a User Account to a new computer 
• Migrate Windows 11 to a new hard drive or SSD

Considering these features, users should download EaseUS Todo PCTrans to experience a smooth program and product key transfer.

Way 2. Transfer Digital Windows 10 License via Windows Settings

Systems with a digital license attached to their Microsoft account can log into their account on the newer PC to transfer Windows. However, professionals recommend logging out from the older device to activate the license in the newer one quickly.

When your license is tied to your Microsoft account, entering the product key will not work. Therefore, you must follow these simple steps to transfer the Windows license to your new device.

Step 1. Go to the "Settings" application in your older device and search for "Activation" to reach this settings page. Now, you can observe whether or not the Windows license is digitally linked to your Microsoft account.

Step 2. Next, you must sign into the same account on your new device to transfer a Windows 10 license to another PC/a new PC/computer. Afterward, proceed to the "Activation" settings screen and click the "Troubleshoot" option.

Step 3. Upon completing the troubleshooting task, the device will show you a new "Windows Activation" dialog box. From here, press the "I changed hardware on this device recently" even when activating the license on a new computer.

Step 4. Afterward, log into your Microsoft account, and you will see a list of computers signed into this account. Now, locate the name of your new device and click on it to reveal a new set of activation settings. Moving forward, check the "This is the device I'm using right now" option and hit the "Activate" button to complete this process.

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Way 3. Transfer Your Windows Product Key via Command Prompt

You can utilize the product key to perform this transfer process when you don't have the digital license attached to your Microsoft account. Command Prompt can help you undertake this Windows migration task by uninstalling the product key from your old computer. Once you remove the key from the older device, you can enter it into the new computer to transfer the license.

It is recommended that the product key from the old PC be formally deactivated to give Microsoft the impression that you are no longer using this device. Follow the steps below to successfully transfer a Windows 10 license to another PC/a new PC/another computer.

Step 1. Use the search feature to access the "Command Prompt" utility tool on your old computer. Then, right-click the "Command Prompt" option to run it as an administrator on your device.

Step 2. After accessing the Command Prompt, you must execute the following command on your old device to remove the product key.

"slmgr /upk"

Step 3. Run the following command on your old PC to remove this product key from the registry.

"slmgr.vbs /cpky"

Now, a new message will appear on your screen pointing towards the complete removal of the product key from the registry for PC deactivation. 

Step 4. Finally, go to your new computer and access the "Command Prompt" application, as explained in the first step. Next, type the command in a format such as slmgr.vbs /ipk (Your Key) to activate Windows on your new system. At the end, you will see a new dialog box about the successful installation of the product key.

Conclusion

After reading this article, you can transfer a Windows 10 license to another PC/a new PC/another computer without technical help. All the methods explained in this article will allow you to quickly migrate the license to your new system. Users who use the Windows Settings or Command Prompt methods need technical knowledge to carry out some complex steps without mistakes.

However, EaseUS Todo PCTrans provides the easiest way to achieve this license transfer with its one-click solution. Using this third-party tool, you don't need technical knowledge to transfer Windows from your old device to a newer one. Therefore, we recommend you use this license migration tool for a mistake-free transfer process.

FAQs About Transfer Windows 10 License to Another PC

Throughout this article, we have tried to explain all the methods related to the license transfer. Users still confused about this transfer process can take guidance from the following answers.

1. Can I transfer my Windows 10 license to another computer?

Yes, you can easily transfer the Windows 10 license to another PC using various methods. Users can use Windows Settings or Command Prompt to carry out this license migration process.

In addition, third-party tools such as EaseUS Todo PCTrans can assist in this regard by transferring the entire computer or product keys to a new system.

2. How do I transfer my Windows 10 license to a new motherboard?

Users can migrate their digital license to a new motherboard using the Windows Settings by following the simple steps below.

• Access the "Activation" page in the "Settings" application. From here, press the "Troubleshoot" button to move forward.
• On the newly appeared dialog box, choose the "I changed hardware on this device recently" option and log into your Microsoft account. 
• Finally, you will see a list of computers linked to this account. Next, click on your current PC and check the "This is the device I'm using right now" box before hitting the "Activate" button.

3. How do I transfer my Windows 10 license from a broken computer?

EaseUS Todo PCTrans can help you scan and recover the Windows product key from your dead computer. After connecting your old hard disk to a new PC, transfer Windows using the following steps.

• Launch EaseUS Todo PCTrans on your device and hit the "Product Key" from the left panel to access a new set of options.
• Now, press the "Scan" button, and this tool will present multiple product keys, including Windows 10, on your screen. Finally, click the "Copy" or "Save" button to store this key on your device. At the end, visit the "Activation" page in the settings and enter the product key to migrate Windows from a broken PC.