Error 0xC004F009 — Renewal period has expired

Error 0xC004F009: Grace Period Expired

This error occurs in: Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows Server.

Cause

The 30-day trial period (grace period) of the Windows system has expired without activation. Windows will enter a limited functionality mode.

Symptoms

• During activation, the message appears: "Grace period expired"
• Error code: 0xC004F009
• English version: "The Software Protection Service reported that the grace period expired"

Step-by-Step Solution

Activate the Windows system using a valid product key: Settings > Update and Security > Activation > Change product key. Alternatively, through the command line: slmgr.vbs /ipk <key>.

Solution for Windows Server

1. Open PowerShell as administrator
2. Enter the key:

slmgr /ipk XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX

1. Activate:

slmgr /ato

1. Check the status:

slmgr /xpr

Verification

After performing the steps, check if the activation was successful:

• Windows: Settings → System → Activation → should be "Windows is activated"
• Alternatively: slmgr /xpr in the command line

Still Not Working?

If the above steps did not help:

1. Check the date and time — they must be correct (an incorrect date can block activation)
2. Temporarily disable antivirus and try again
3. Check the internet connection — online activation requires a connection to Microsoft servers
4. Contact us:
   • Email: [email protected]
   • Phone: 00 800 121 1654 (toll-free)
   • Help center: pomoc.kluczesoft.pl