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Windows 11 Pro Licenses Drop Below $9 as Windows 10 End-of-Support Deadline Looms

Third-party retailers offer record-low prices on Microsoft software, raising questions about legitimacy and long-term license validity.

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Overview

  • Third-party sellers like Keysoff and CdkeySales.com are offering Windows 11 Pro licenses for as low as $9, marking the steepest discounts yet on Microsoft software.
  • Microsoft's announcement to end support for Windows 10 in October 2025 is driving urgency for users to upgrade to Windows 11, citing security risks for unsupported systems.
  • Windows 11 Pro features include AI-powered tools like Windows Copilot, improved speed, better battery efficiency, and enhanced security, making it a compelling upgrade option.
  • While Microsoft does not officially endorse third-party software marketplaces, these sellers claim their discounted licenses are legal and offer secure transactions with customer support.
  • Users with valid Windows 10 licenses can upgrade to Windows 11 for free, while unactivated versions of Windows 11 remain functional but with limited personalization options.