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Start 8 Activation on Windows 10

September 15, 2015 8:49:21 AM from WinCustomize ForumsWinCustomize Forums

Start 8 - I have several Start 8 activations / keys (5). They do not work on Start 10. Can or will Stardock convert those keys to Start 10 keys? When I upgrade Windows 8.1 to Windows 10 on affected computers what is the best way to retain (install / activate) my Start 8 purchases on the Windows 10 computers?

Thanks in advance

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Reply #1 September 15, 2015 2:39:04 PM
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If you purchased start 10 then the activation code(product key) comes with it. But I can see your point, getting the equivalent number of keys. I don't think you can trade up for 'em. 

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Reply #2 September 15, 2015 3:02:56 PM
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If you have an active Object Desktop subscription, yes. If you purchased Start 8 as a stand alone program, no.

It's the same as any other stand alone program. If you purchased Photoshop 5 you wouldn't be able to use the serial number or key to upgrade to  Photoshop 6. 

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Reply #3 September 15, 2015 3:05:27 PM
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Start10 is a different application so Start8 keys won't work with them. 

There are some upgrades available: https://www.stardock.com/products/start10/download.asp#upgrade

 

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Reply #4 September 15, 2015 5:46:28 PM
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Thanks for the comments / info. I already own Object Desktop plus two Start 10 product keys (in addition to the five Start 8 product keys). The extra product keys are / were for family and friends. Of course my family / friends all want Windows 10 installed. I guess my Start 8 product keys are obsolete.

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Reply #5 September 17, 2015 4:23:38 AM
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Quoting winstar4,
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Start 8 product keys are obsolete

Not obsolete. They just won't work on 10. Keep them for any Win 8 that might come along.

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