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I put in an activation code into win10, activated my os with legal key and then updated to win11 but I got the "Evaluation copy" sign on my screen, how to fix it?
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Try open Settings and go to System and you will see Activation and check the status there.
Run Windows Update and download and install all updates and restart your PC.
It says "windows 11 pro", then lower it says "activation state - Active", then "windows is activated with a digital license". I always update windows whenever the update is released but still I have that sign about evaluation copy ,why do I see it even if I have a legal key?
When it shows it is activated then you are good to go.
Are you using beta or insider build?
If yes, that is expected behavior.
Can you share us the build number you're on?
It seems you updated to Windows 11 Insider Build, which usually have 'Evaluation copy' watermark.