An automated system will guide you through the activation process. Select your location (or the location nearest to you) from the drop-down list, and then select Next.Ĭall one of the available phone numbers listed. Under Activate Windows Now section, select Activate by Phone. Select Start > Settings > Update & Security > Activation. If online activation fails, first try the activation troubleshooting in Activate Windows 10.
To activate Windows 10 using an internet connection:Īs Windows 10 will automatically activate if you are connected to the internet, you can confirm your activation status by selecting Start > Settings > Update & Security > Activation and looking under Windows.