: You can often find "New Old Stock" (unopened physical boxes) or OEM system builder packs.

: Microsoft stopped providing security patches for Windows 7 in January 2020. Using it online makes your system highly vulnerable to malware.

Since Microsoft no longer sells Windows 7, you must rely on the secondary market.

: Look for sellers with high ratings and photos of the actual physical product rather than just a stock image of a digital key.

: On older laptops, the sticker is often hidden in the battery compartment to prevent wear and tear. 2. Purchase from Third-Party Marketplaces

If you have a or Windows 11 Pro license, you may technically have "downgrade rights."