Want to upgrade Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro without wiping your PC? This upgrade key switches your existing Windows 11 Home installation to the Pro edition in a few minutes. Your files, apps and settings stay in place, and Windows unlocks BitLocker, Remote Desktop, Hyper-V and Group Policy.
Windows 11 Home to Pro Upgrade Key
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Product: Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro upgrade key
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Requirement: a PC running an activated copy of Windows 11 Home
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Licence: one-time purchase for 1 PC, no subscription
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Upgrade time: around 5 to 15 minutes, with one restart
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Delivery: digital key sent by email
What Changes When You Move to Windows 11 Pro
| Feature |
Windows 11 Home |
Windows 11 Pro |
| BitLocker drive encryption |
No |
Yes |
| Remote Desktop (connect to this PC) |
No |
Yes |
| Hyper-V virtual machines |
No |
Yes |
| Windows Sandbox |
No |
Yes |
| Group Policy Editor |
No |
Yes |
| Domain and Microsoft Entra ID join |
No |
Yes |
| Maximum RAM |
128 GB |
2 TB |
Stronger protection
BitLocker gives you full control over drive encryption and recovery keys, which matters when your laptop holds client or company data.
Work remotely
With Remote Desktop you can sign in to your Pro PC from another computer, tablet or phone.
More control
Group Policy, Hyper-V and Windows Sandbox give power users and IT staff tools that Home does not include.
How to Upgrade Windows 11 Home to Pro
- Save your work and close open apps.
- Open Settings, then System, then Activation.
- Expand Upgrade your edition of Windows and select Change next to Change product key.
- Enter the 25-character upgrade key from your order email and select Next.
- Select Start and let Windows prepare the upgrade.
- After the restart, the Activation page shows Windows 11 Pro.
If Windows does not accept the key at the first attempt, contact our support team and we will guide you through the edition switch.
Before You Start
- Check that your PC runs Windows 11 Home under Settings, System, About.
- Windows 11 Home should already be activated.
- Windows 11 Home N upgrades to Pro N, which needs a Windows 11 Pro N key.
- For a new PC or a clean install, choose a full Windows 11 Professional retail key.
Windows 11 Home to Pro Upgrade FAQ
Will I lose my files or apps?
No. Only the Windows edition changes.
Do I need to reinstall Windows?
No. The upgrade runs from the Activation page in Settings.
How long does it take?
Usually 5 to 15 minutes including one restart.
Can I go back to Home?
Not without reinstalling Windows.
What if the upgrade does not work?
Contact support@mcdkeys.com or use live chat. Our Refund Policy explains your options.
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