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Hello, am currently thinking of moving from AVG Free to a licensed version of Norton Internet Security 2012, however, I still have a doubt:
Will I be able to use my license again if for example I formatted my Windows after some time, and the license, which will be a 1yr one, is yet to expire?

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A few practical notes for (and thanks to for the real-world confirmation): reusing a Norton subscription after a format is normally possible, but there are a few steps and caveats that make the process smooth or cause problems if missed.

Before formatting: locate and save your product key/serial or the purchase email, and create a Norton Account (if you don’t already have one) so the subscription is tied to your account rather than only to the local install. If the product offers a "deactivate" or "remove" option, use it to free that activation before wiping the system.

After the format: reinstall using the official installer, sign into your Norton Account and either enter the product key or claim the product from your account. If activation fails because the product thinks it is already in use, run Norton’s removal/reinstall utility to clear remnants, or contact Norton support with proof of purchase to have activations reset. If the copy you have is an OEM preinstalled version, check the license terms first — OEM keys are sometimes non-transferable.

Important context for anyone reading years later: Norton Internet Security 2012 is obsolete and may not work or be safe on modern Windows releases. On Windows 10/11, prefer a currently supported Norton product or the built-in Windows Defender / Microsoft Defender for up-to-date protection. Keep receipts, account credentials, and the product key backed up so a format does not leave you locked out.

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yes ,it good for one year ,been there done that ,on other peoples computers not my own ,i have no need for a paid antivirus program ,find them to annoying

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thx for the info caperjack

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