How to Upgrade from Windows 11 Home to Pro

This article explains how to upgrade from Windows 11 Home Edition to Windows 11 Pro.

If your PC comes with Windows 11 Home installed, you can pay for an upgrade from Windows 11 Home to Pro.

There are two ways to upgrade. You can purchase a retail Windows 11 Pro license key from a vendor or supplier, then add the Windows Pro key to your current PC and upgrade. If you haven’t already purchased a Windows Pro key, you can click the Shop button from within Windows activation settings to buy a valid Windows Pro key and upgrade with it.

When you upgrade to the Pro edition, you’ll get BitLocker drive encryption, integrated Hyper-V virtualization, a built-in remote desktop server, and other business-targeted features like joining a domain in an Active Directory environment.

How to upgrade Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro

As mentioned above, one can easily upgrade from Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro from the Windows Settings app.

Windows 11 has a centralized location for the majority of its settings. Everything can be done, from system configurations to creating new users and updating Windows from its System Settings pane.

To get to System Settings, you can use the Windows key + I shortcut or click on Start ==> Settings, as shown in the image below:

Alternatively, you can use the search box on the taskbar to search for Settings. Then select to open it.

In Windows Settings, click System, then select the Activation tile on the right pane of your screen, as shown in the image below.

On the Activation settings pane, select Change product key and enter the 25-character Windows 11 Pro product key.

Select Next to start the Upgrade to Windows 11 Pro.

If you don’t already have a Windows 11 Pro activation key, you can select the Store option to purchase a Windows 11 Pro license.

1. Select Start > Settings > System > Activation.
2. Under Upgrade your edition of Windows, select Open Store
3. Make sure you’re signed in with your Microsoft account to purchase Windows 11 Pro
4. After you confirm your purchase, you’ll be prompted to install Windows 11 Pro and restart your PC. You’ll then be running Windows 11 Pro.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

Upgrading from Windows 11 Home to Windows 11 Pro is a straightforward process that unlocks advanced features tailored for professional use. Here are the key takeaways:

• Access to Enhanced Features: Enjoy tools like BitLocker encryption, Hyper-V virtualization, and Remote Desktop.
• Two Upgrade Options: Purchase a retail license or buy directly through the Windows activation settings.
• Activation Requirement: Ensure your current Windows 11 Home is activated before upgrading.
• User-Friendly Process: Use the Windows Settings app to enter your product key or purchase a new one seamlessly.
• Restart Required: Complete the installation by restarting your PC to start using Windows 11 Pro.

With these benefits, upgrading to Windows 11 Pro can significantly enhance your computing experience.