Windows Server 2022
License Keys
Enterprise-grade security, Azure hybrid integration, and cloud-native container support. The most trusted server OS for production workloads — now at unbeatable prices.
Why Choose Server 2022
Security-first design meets hybrid cloud flexibility and modern container workflows.
Secured-Core Server
Hardware-rooted security with TPM 2.0, Virtualization-Based Security (VBS), and HVCI protection against firmware-level attacks.
Azure Hybrid Ready
Native Azure Arc integration, Azure Automanage, and hybrid capabilities let you manage on-premises and cloud resources.
TLS 1.3 & HTTPS by Default
Industry-first TLS 1.3 support enabled by default. Secure DNS over HTTPS (DoH) and AES-256 encryption.
Improved Containers
Up to 75% smaller Windows container images, faster pull times, and enhanced Kubernetes integration.
Storage Migration Service
Seamlessly migrate file servers from older Windows versions to Server 2022. Automated inventory and data transfer.
SMB Compression
New SMB protocol compression reduces network bandwidth for file transfers by up to 90%. UDP-based SMB over QUIC.
Choose Your Edition
One-time purchase. Perpetual license. Full Microsoft support eligibility.
Server 2022 Standard
For physical servers or lightly virtualized workloads with up to 2 VMs.
- Lifetime License — One-Time Purchase
- Genuine Microsoft Product Key
- 2 Hyper-V Virtual Machines
- Secured-Core Server Support
- Windows Admin Center
- Azure Arc Integration
Server 2022 Datacenter
For highly virtualized and software-defined datacenter environments.
- Everything in Standard +
- Unlimited Hyper-V Virtual Machines
- Shielded Virtual Machines
- Storage Spaces Direct (S2D)
- Software-Defined Networking
- Storage Replica
- Network ATC
Built for Modern Workloads
From traditional Active Directory to Kubernetes containers, Server 2022 handles every enterprise workload with security and performance built into every layer.
- SMB over QUIC
Access file shares securely over the internet without VPN. TLS 1.3 encrypted, ideal for remote workers and branch offices.
- Nested Virtualization
Run Hyper-V inside Hyper-V for dev/test environments, container hosts, and multi-tenant isolation scenarios.
- Storage Migration Service
Effortlessly migrate from Server 2008R2, 2012, 2016, or 2019. Automated inventory, transfer, and identity cutover with zero downtime.
Complete Your Infrastructure
Pair Server 2022 with essential Microsoft products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything about Windows Server 2022 licensing.
Server 2022 brings Secured-core server protection, TLS 1.3 by default, SMB over QUIC for secure remote access, up to 75% smaller container images, Azure hybrid capabilities, and Storage Migration Service.