As AW told free upgrade from olded versions of Windows to Windows 10 (or Windows 11) is closed.
Windows Ends Installation Path for Free Windows 7/8 Upgrade
Windows 8.1 to Windows 10 Pro in 2026
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khai duy
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Hello, Can I currently upgrade from Windows 8 to Windows 10 while retaining my license?
Windows for home | Windows 10 | Licensing and activation
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Pauli O
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_AW_
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No, the free upgrade ended long ago.
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khai duy 40 Reputation points
2026-10-07T02:12:06.6866667+00:00 Does that apply even if I use the Windows 10 Media Creation Tool?
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_AW_ 69,906 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
2026-10-07T02:18:18.3633333+00:00 You can upgrade the installation, but the license will not be valid. You'll need to purchase a Windows 11 license as Microsoft no longer sell Windows 10 licenses.
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khai duy 40 Reputation points
2026-10-07T02:24:02.0966667+00:00 The license I am currently using is WinPro 8 SNGL OLP NL Legalization GetGenuine; could you please check this for me?
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_AW_ 69,906 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
2026-10-07T02:52:36.5033333+00:00 A Windows 8 license is no longer valid for Windows 10, you will need to purchase a license.