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How do I extend the Windows Server 2016/2019 trial period?

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How do I extend the Windows Server 2016/2019 trial period?

If you want to extend the trial period of your Windows Server 2016/2019, follow these steps.

If you want to extend the trial period of your Windows Server 2016/2019, follow these steps.

  1. Click on the Windows logo at the bottom left and search for powershell

  2. In powershell, type: slmgr -rearm and press ENTER

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This will renew the trial period for 180 days. You can run this command again at the next expiration date.

  1. Restart the VPS

Windows has now been extended by 180 days.

Lars Volkers
Updated on: 03/13/2026
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