Resetting your laptop running Windows 10 will not affect your Windows digital license. Here are the key points to understand:
Windows 10 Digital License
- Preservation of License: Resetting your PC does not impact the Windows 10 digital license. If your Windows 10 license was activated previously, it is tied to your hardware and/or Microsoft account, and you will not need to re-enter a product key after the reset. The system will automatically reactivate Windows after the reset.
- Automatic Re-activation: After the reset process, Windows will automatically re-activate as long as the digital license is linked to your Microsoft account or the hardware ID of your device.
Other Digital Licenses
- Microsoft Office and Other Apps: While the Windows license remains unaffected, you may lose digital licenses and content associated with other apps, such as Microsoft Office. These will need to be reinstalled and reactivated after the reset.
- Backup Important Data: Ensure you back up any important data and note down any product keys for software that you may need to reinstall.
Summary
- Windows 10 License: Safe and will re-activate automatically.
- Other Software Licenses: May need reinstallation and reactivation.
By understanding these points, you can proceed with resetting your laptop without worrying about losing your Windows 10 digital license. However, take necessary precautions for other software licenses and data.