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The thread discusses upgrading from Windows 10 Pro to Windows 11, with most users confirming that the upgrade retains the same edition (Pro to Pro). A user initially experienced a switch from Windows 11 Pro to Home, despite purchasing a Pro key, suggesting possible licensing issues or OEM restrictions, which leads to questions about the upgrade process and licensing implications. Overall, the conversation highlights general expectations of edition consistency during upgrades, with some troubleshooting around licensing anomalies.
The thread discusses upgrading from Windows 10 Pro to Windows 11, with most users confirming that the upgrade retains the same edition (Pro to Pro). A user initially experienced a switch from Windows 11 Pro to Home, despite purchasing a Pro key, suggesting possible licensing issues or OEM restrictions, which leads to questions about the upgrade process and licensing implications. Overall, the conversation highlights general expectations of edition consistency during upgrades, with some troubleshooting around licensing anomalies.
Great question! If you're currently running Windows 10 Pro and upgrade to Windows 11 (including version 24H2) via Windows Update, your system will be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro automatically. Microsoft always matches the edition during the upgrade path:
You can read more on this in community and Microsoft documentation, where the upgrade mapping is explicitly confirmed.
- Windows 10 Home → Windows 11 Home
- Windows 10 Pro → Windows 11 Pro
You can read more on this in community and Microsoft documentation, where the upgrade mapping is explicitly confirmed.
datawizard0103
Excellent Member
Upgrading from Windows 10 Pro will give you Windows 11 Pro. The edition stays the same.
Correct! If you upgrade from Windows 10 Pro, you’ll automatically get Windows 11 Pro—your edition won’t change during the upgrade process. Licenses “follow” editions (Pro to Pro, Home to Home, Enterprise to Enterprise, etc., so your features and activation status are preserved.
If you have any concerns about compatibility, upgrade preparation, or want tips for a smooth upgrade, let me know!
If you have any concerns about compatibility, upgrade preparation, or want tips for a smooth upgrade, let me know!
howito
Member
that was my understanding but some time ago I upgraded from Windows 10 Pro to Windows 11 Home lol
then your key was rejected which can happen if it was a free or student option
howito
Member
Nope, I bought a Pro Key for Win 10 and I did update to Win 11. For some reason It takes the OEM Home edition that comes with the laptop.
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