How to Fix the Windows 10 & 11 Activation Error 0xc0020036

You can retrieve the product key by using a command line

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Updated onSeptember 27, 2024

updated onSeptember 27, 2024

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Numerous users have posted on theMicrosoftforum about activation error 0xc0020036. That’s an activation error that can arise for some users after installing newWindows 10build updates or during game installations.

When that issue arises, you might need to reactivate Windows 10 after a new build version has been installed. And while doing that, the 0xc0020036 error will pop up.

How can I fix Microsoft Store error code 0xc0020036?

1. Re-enter the product key

2. Clear the product key

3. Scan system files

Error 0xc0020036 can also be due to corrupted system files, which the System File Checker can resolve.

4. Edit the registry

5. Run an in-place upgrade

Your files and apps will not be affected by this upgrade.

Those are some of the resolutions that might fix error 0xc0020036. They’re not guaranteed fixes for all users, however, so you might still need to get in touch withMicrosoftsupport to reactivateWindows 10.

Microsoft’sGlobal Customer Service pageprovides a full list of regional numbers for the big M’s support service.

Before you leave, we also have a guide on a0x803fa067 error on Windows 11, which is pretty similar, so don’t miss it.

Let us know which of the methods worked for you in solving this activation error by leaving us amessagein the comments section below.

How to Fix the Windows 10 & 11 Activation Error 0xc0020036#

How can I fix Microsoft Store error code 0xc0020036?#

1. Re-enter the product key#

2. Clear the product key#

3. Scan system files#

4. Edit the registry#

5. Run an in-place upgrade#