Windows can't get a valid certificate for activation, install a valid certificate - vnphamkt/Project-1 GitHub Wiki

  1. Problem: Windows can't get a valid certificate for activation, install a valid certificate

When user log into windows, Windows show it cannot get a valid certificate for activation on the bottom right corner.

"Windows can't get a valid certificate for activation, install a valid certificate"

  1. Solution

Verify Issue exists with license

Open Command Prompt type: slmgr /dli

This command shows part of the product key and an indication of whether the license is active. Other details might be included here, too, like the Key Management Services (KMS) machine IP address, activation renewal interval, and other KMS information.

slmgr /rearm

This reset the trial by reactivating the same key, extending the time that windows is allowed to be used officially.

slmgr /ato

To activate windows, via online

Change Windows Product Key slmgr /ipk 12345-12345-12345-12345-12345

Change Remote Product Key slmgr /ipk mattpc Matt P@ssw0rd 12345-12345-12345-12345-12345

  1. Backrgound

Reference: https://www.lifewire.com/slmgr-command-4684499