Microsoft Windows 11 Pro
Windows 11 Pro for a work PC: BitLocker encryption, domain and Entra ID join, Group Policy, Hyper-V and Remote Desktop hosting on top of everything in Home. Supplied as a pre-owned digital licence with setup guidance by email.
£29.95
Know exactly what you are buying: clear licence terms, selected version and device compatibility are shown before payment.
Availability : Original licence
Multilingual : All languages
Support : Specialised and free
Payments : Secure SSL checkout
Shipping : Instant email delivery
Invoice : Available
Customer Reviews
Description
Pre-owned digital licence. Supplied as a lawfully transferred licence that has been retired by its previous holder, with order documentation and activation guidance. It does not expire and there is no renewal fee. How pre-owned licences work · Why pre-owned software licences cost less.
Windows 11 Pro: the edition built for work machines
A Windows 11 Pro licence key from AutoSoftKey activates the business edition of Windows on one 64-bit PC. Pro is the edition to choose when a machine needs to join a company domain or Microsoft Entra ID, when a laptop that leaves the office must be encrypted, or when someone needs to connect into the desktop remotely. Everything in Windows 11 Home is included.
We supply Windows 11 Pro as a pre-owned digital licence — a retail licence lawfully retired by its previous holder — with the product key, order documentation and step-by-step activation guidance sent to your checkout email. UK-based email support is available if activation needs a hand.
What Pro adds over Windows 11 Home
- BitLocker: full-drive encryption for laptops and portable workstations that hold client data.
- Domain and Entra ID join: sign-in and management through a company directory, with Group Policy for centrally applied settings.
- Remote Desktop host: connect to the machine from elsewhere, not only from it.
- Hyper-V and Windows Sandbox: run local virtual machines and isolated test sessions.
- Assigned Access and Windows Update for Business: kiosk mode and controlled update timing for managed PCs.
Who should buy Pro rather than Home
Self-employed professionals, small businesses, IT departments refreshing machines, and anyone who works with client data on a laptop. If the PC is a family or gaming machine with no need for encryption or remote access, Windows 11 Home is the cheaper edition and our Windows 11 Home vs Pro guide walks through the differences.
Coming from Windows 10 Pro? A machine that meets the hardware requirements can move to Windows 11 Pro and keep its files; a machine that does not can stay on Windows 10 Pro, with the support caveats explained on that page.
Windows 11 Home versus Pro
| Feature | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro (this page) |
|---|---|---|
| Snap layouts, Microsoft Store, Windows Security | Yes | Yes |
| BitLocker drive encryption | No | Yes |
| Domain / Entra ID join and Group Policy | No | Yes |
| Remote Desktop (host) | No | Yes |
| Hyper-V, Windows Sandbox | No | Yes |
| Maximum RAM | 128 GB | 2 TB |
Compatibility and system requirements
Windows 11 has firmer hardware requirements than Windows 10: a supported 64-bit processor (1 GHz, two or more cores), 4 GB of RAM, 64 GB of storage, UEFI firmware with Secure Boot, TPM 2.0 and a DirectX 12 graphics adapter. Run Microsoft’s PC Health Check before you order; a licence cannot work around unsupported hardware.
Check the current list on Microsoft’s Windows 11 specifications page. Installation media is downloaded from Microsoft; an internet connection and a Microsoft account are needed during setup.
Delivery and activation
Orders are fulfilled digitally — there is nothing to post. Once payment is confirmed, your licence details and step-by-step setup instructions go to the email address you entered at checkout. Most orders are processed promptly after payment confirmation; a small number are held briefly for a routine manual check. If you need a hand with installation or activation, our support team replies by email during published support hours.
- Product key, order documentation and activation guidance delivered by email
- Software is downloaded from the publisher’s own website — no third-party installers
- Supplied as a pre-owned digital licence — see how pre-owned licences work
- Secure checkout in GBP — Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay or invoice/bank transfer
Changed your mind on an unused, unactivated order? Contact us within 14 days. Suspected defect? Tell us within 30 days so we can investigate and replace or refund where required — see the Refund Policy and Delivery Policy.
Windows 11 Pro licence FAQs
Where can I buy a Windows 11 Pro key in the UK?
Right here. AutoSoftKey supplies Windows 11 Pro as a pre-owned digital licence with the key, order documentation and activation guidance delivered by email after payment, with GBP checkout and UK support.
Why are Windows 11 Pro keys cheaper than the Microsoft Store?
Microsoft’s UK store lists Windows 11 Pro at £219.99. Pre-owned licences cost less because they were bought at retail, used, and lawfully retired by a previous holder before being transferred — the principle established in the EU Court of Justice UsedSoft ruling (C-128/11). Our pre-owned licences guide explains it in detail.
Is this a retail key or an OEM key?
It is supplied as a pre-owned digital licence for one PC. Whether it can be moved to a different machine later depends on the licence type and Microsoft’s terms — ask support before ordering if transferability matters to you.
Can I use this key to upgrade from Windows 11 Home to Pro?
A Pro key can be entered in Settings → System → Activation on a Home machine to move it to Pro without reinstalling. Setup guidance is included.
Does the licence expire?
No. It is a perpetual licence for the edition; it does not need renewing.
What if it does not activate?
Follow the guidance in your delivery email, then contact support with your order number. Suspected defects reported within 30 days are investigated and replaced or refunded where required.
Ready to buy Windows 11 Pro?
Add to basket and check out in GBP. Your licence details arrive by email after payment confirmation, with setup guidance included.
Still deciding?
Michael T. (verified owner) –
The key activated without any issues and the setup guide was very clear. Had a small question and support replied within minutes.
Sofia R. (verified owner) –
Delivery was slightly slower than expected, but after emailing support I got the key quickly. Activation worked fine and saved me a lot compared to retail.
Kenji (verified owner) –
Received the key by email within 10 minutes of purchase. It activated on my laptop without any problems. Happy with the purchase.