Most digital keys purchased today require activation via the Windows Activation Wizard within a few days of purchase.

Because there are no longer any security updates, using Windows 7 on a machine connected to the internet poses significant risks.

Since Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 7 on January 14, 2020, you can no longer purchase a digital download directly from their official store. To acquire a license now, you must use third-party retailers that sell remaining retail or refurbished keys.

Microsoft has removed its official ISO download page. You will likely need to use third-party tools like the HeiDoc.net ISO Downloader to pull genuine installation files directly from Microsoft’s servers.