KMSPico was the only activator for Windows and Office for over a decade. Some people believe it is safe to use, while others say it contains a Trojan that poses a serious security threat. Regardless, Microsoft Defender also flags it as a virus because it activates their software for free. Now things have changed with the arrival of Microsoft Activation Scripts (MAS). It doesn’t require any software, nor does it contain any hack tools. Instead, it activates your Windows and Office online through a digital license using cmd scripts.
What are Microsoft Activation Scripts?
Microsoft Activation Scripts, or MAS for short, is an open-source activation tool developed by Massgravel. It runs executable commands through PowerShell that connect to an online server. Once the connection is established, a command window appears with different options, such as changing your Windows or Office edition, activating Windows, or troubleshooting issues. With the help of this tool, you can easily check the activation status or activate your PC with a digital license.
Key Features
- Different Activation Methods: It offers HWID, ohook, TSForge, KMS38, and Online KMS to activate your Windows/ Office/ ESU.
- Check Activation Status: You can check your Windows is activated or not in just one click.
- Change Edition: You can easily switch between any Windows or Office edition for free.
- Troubleshoot: Repair system files, fix WMI, and WPA registry.
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How to Activate your Windows, Office, or Extended Updates (ESU)?
There are two ways to use this script. The first method is through a PowerShell command, which requires an internet connection. The second method is by downloading the files to your system and running them locally.
Method 1: Using PowerShell
The most straightforward and effective way is using a command in PowerShell. This is my favorite method because I can run it anytime regardless of downloading the latest version everytime.
- Press Ctrl+R, type Powershell and hit enter.
2. Now copy and paste the below code (according to your OS), then press enter.
- For Windows 8.1/10/11
irm https://get.activated.win | iex - For Windows 7 and later
iex ((New-Object Net.WebClient).DownloadString('https://get.activated.win'))
3. The activate menu will apepar, choose the menu option using your Keyboard (1,2,3,4, …,E,H,0).
4. Press 1 to activate your Windows or 2 for Office activation.
5. As you press the key, the initialization message will appear that will check your system info, internet connection, WPA registry count and then it will install generic product key into your system and generated an GenuineTicket.xml.
6. After successful activation, the message “Your Windows {Version} is permanently activated with a digital license.” will appear in green colour.
7. Now Press any key to go back and press 6 to verify activation status.
8. The message “Your machine is permanently activated” will appear which means the task is successful.
If the above menu did not appear, it means the URL is blocked by your ISP/DNS. In that case, use this command.
iex (curl.exe -s --doh-url https://1.1.1.1/dns-query https://get.activated.win | Out-String)
Method 2: Using a downloaded file
This method is useful for Windows Vista or later versions so download the required files using the below links and follow the steps given below:
- Extract the .zip file using 7-zip software.
- Go to MAS>Separate-files-version>Activation folder.
- Double-click on the desired
.cmdfile to activate your Windows. - After that follow the steps provided in the upper section and restart your PC for changes to take effect.
Note: My Windows defender is detected a Torjan in the file
MAS_AIO.cmd, that’s why i removed the file and using the manual method.
MAS vs KMSPico
| MAS (Microsoft Activation Scripts) | KMSPico |
|---|---|
| Developed by Massgravel (known) | Developer unknown (unofficial) |
| Open-source, code available on GitHub | Closed-source, no transparency |
| Supports HWID, KMS38, Online KMS | Uses only KMS emulation |
| Actively updated and maintained | Rarely updated, mostly abandoned |
| Generally safer and more transparent | Riskier, often bundled with malware |
| Provides stable, long-term activation | Often temporary and less reliable |
Supported Versions
- Windows Vista, 7,8,10 and 11
- Microsoft Office (All Versions)
Conclusion
With the passage of time, things changed as technology developed. Once, people used Windows Loader for Windows 7 and KMSPico for Windows 8.1/10/11 activation. Some people were afraid of the hacktool virus detected in these tools, which sparked a serious security threat. But now Microsoft Activation Scripts has handled it nicely. There is no need to take a risk by downloading unknown software; you can easily activate your system with an online tool.
I use this on my own PC and feel very comfortable and safe. I am also receiving Office and Windows updates, so it means these keys are valid. Although most people prefer this, it is against Microsoft’s terms and conditions, which is why I always recommend purchasing an original license key.
