How To Get Rid of the Activate Windows Watermark in Windows 10

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The Activate Windows watermark is a reminder to activate your Windows 10 operating system. It is usually displayed in the lower-right corner of your desktop. While it is not harmful, it can be annoying to some users. If you want to get rid of the Activate Windows watermark, there are a few ways to do so.

Method 1: Activate Windows 10

Windows 10 Activation Screen

The best way to get rid of the Activate Windows watermark is to activate your Windows 10 operating system. To do this, you will need a valid Windows 10 product key. You can purchase a product key from Microsoft or from a third-party reseller. Once you have a product key, you can activate Windows 10 by following these steps:

  1. Click on the Start button and select Settings.

  2. Click on Update & Security.

  3. Click on Activation.

  4. Click on Change product key.

  5. Enter your product key and click Next.

  6. Wait for Windows 10 to activate.

Once Windows 10 is activated, the watermark will disappear.

Method 2: Use a Registry Hack

If you do not have a valid Windows 10 product key, you can use a registry hack to hide the Activate Windows watermark. This method is not recommended, as it can cause problems with your system. However, if you are willing to take the risk, you can follow these steps:

  1. Open the Registry Editor.

  2. Navigate to the following key: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop

  3. Double-click on the PaintDesktopVersion DWORD value.

  4. Change the value to 0.

  5. Close the Registry Editor.

  6. Restart your computer.

The watermark will be hidden after you restart your computer. However, it may reappear if you make any changes to your system settings.

Method 3: Use a Third-Party Tool

There are also a number of third-party tools that you can use to remove the Activate Windows watermark. These tools are not recommended, as they may contain malware or spyware. However, if you are willing to take the risk, you can search for a third-party tool that you trust.

Method 4: Disable the Background Images

If you want to keep the Activate Windows watermark but hide it, you can disable the background images on your desktop. This will make the watermark less noticeable. To disable the background images, follow these steps:

  1. Right-click on the Start button and select Control Panel.

  2. Click on Appearance and Personalization.

  3. Click on Personalization.

  4. Uncheck the box next to Show lock screen background image on the sign-in screen.

  5. Uncheck the box next to Show desktop background image.

  6. Click Apply.

The watermark will be less noticeable after you disable the background images.

Method 5: Use a Custom Theme

You can also use a custom theme to hide the Activate Windows watermark. There are a number of custom themes available online that you can download and install. Once you have installed a custom theme, the watermark will be hidden.

Please note that using a custom theme to hide the Activate Windows watermark is not recommended. This is because custom themes can cause problems with your system. If you do decide to use a custom theme, make sure to back up your system first.