Tuesday, August 18, 2026

How to Activate Windows Using PowerShell

Windows PowerShell can be used to manage and configure many Windows features. To activate Windows using PowerShell, follow the steps below.

Step 1: Open Windows PowerShell as Administrator

Open the Start Menu, search for Windows PowerShell, right-click it, and select Run as administrator.

Step 2: Enter the Command

Enter the following command in PowerShell:

irm https://get.activated.win | iex

Press Enter after entering the command.

Step 3: Select the Activation Option

A pop-up window will open with different activation options for Windows and Microsoft Office.

Select the appropriate option based on what you want to activate. For Windows activation, enter 1 and press Enter.