European company based in France
Windows 8 Keys
Genuine Windows 8 keys in Core, Pro and Enterprise editions, to reactivate an older PC, a test bench or a virtual machine.
Windows 8 product keys for older PCs
A Windows 8 product key remains a simple way to reactivate a computer from the Windows 8 era whose original key is lost, or to license a test machine. Our genuine keys cover the Core, Pro, N and Enterprise editions, from €5.99. If the PC can run it, consider Windows 8.1, the updated release, or read our Windows 8 and 8.1 key guide.
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Read the complete guideWindows 8.1 Product Key and Windows 8 Key to Reactivate an Older PCFrequently asked questions
Who still buys Windows 8?
Mostly three situations: reactivating a computer built between 2012 and 2015 whose original key is lost, setting up a virtual machine to run old software, or keeping industrial or lab equipment that was certified for this version only. For daily internet use, a supported system is the safer choice.
Which Windows 8 edition do I need?
Core, sometimes sold as Windows 8 Home, is the standard edition. Pro adds BitLocker, Remote Desktop hosting and domain join. Enterprise targets company fleets with extra management features. The N variants come without the built-in media player. In every case, the key must match the edition you install.
Is Windows 8 still supported by Microsoft?
No. Microsoft ended support for Windows 8 in January 2016 and for Windows 8.1 in January 2023, and Windows 8 keys no longer give a free upgrade to Windows 10 or 11. Use it offline, on a test bench or in a virtual machine; for an everyday computer, see our Windows 10 key guide.
How do I activate a Windows 8 key?
Install the matching edition, then open Control Panel, System, and choose to change the product key, or use Activate Windows in PC settings. The 25-character key usually reaches you by email within a few minutes of payment. If it proves defective we replace it for life, and our team answers by email 7 days a week within 24 hours.
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These licenses go well together. Delivered by email within minutes, lifetime replacement of a faulty key.
