It is tempting to grab a software license activation key for the price of a coffee on eBay, but for a business or a professional user, those “bargain” keys are often the most expensive mistake you can make. Here is why our clients trusts us instead:

Most eBay keys are “Volume” or “MAK” keys stolen from corporate pools. They may activate today, but the moment the vendor (e.g. Microsoft) audits the licence pool, your Windows will revert to “Non-Genuine.”

The Stratigus difference: We only sell Retail ESD (Electronic Software Delivery) licenses. These are permanent, tied to your vendor account, and will never “expire” or be revoked.

If you are a business, an eBay receipt from an anonymous overseas seller won’t pass an tax office audit or a software compliance check.

The Stratigus difference: Every purchase comes with a valid Australian Tax Invoice (including GST and our ABN). You can safely claim it as a business expense and prove your software is 100% legal.

eBay is flooded with keys generated by unauthorized scripts or bought with stolen credit cards. If the vendor (e.g. Microsoft) detects a key bought with a stolen card, they don’t just deactivate the key. They can flag your entire hardware ID.

The Stratigus difference: Our supply chain is transparent. We source through authorised channels to ensure every license is “clean” and safe for your hardware.

When an eBay software license key fails, the seller often disappears or stops responding. You’re left with a broken OS and no way to fix it.

The Stratigus difference: We are an Australian-owned and operated IT provider. If you have an issue with activation, you can call or email us and speak to a local expert who will walk you through the fix or replace the key instantly.

Overseas eBay sellers aren’t bound by Australian Consumer Law (ACL). If they scam you, you have zero recourse.

The Stratigus difference: We operate strictly under the ACL. You have an automatic guarantee that our product will be “fit for purpose.” If it doesn’t work, we are legally (and ethically) obligated to provide a remedy, refund, or replacement.