Activating your Origin game code is a straightforward process that allows you to add new games and content to your Origin library. By following a few simple steps within the Origin client, you can quickly redeem your product code and access your new digital purchases.
Step-by-Step Origin Code Activation
To activate your Origin code, ensure you have the Origin client installed on your computer and are logged into your account. The process is intuitive and typically takes only a few moments.
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Log in to Your Origin Account:
- Open the Origin client on your desktop.
- Enter your EA Account (Origin) credentials – your email address or ID and password – to log in. If you don't have an account, you'll need to create one first.
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Navigate to the Origin Menu:
- Once logged in, look for the "Origin" menu option located in the top-left corner of the client window. Click on it to reveal a dropdown menu.
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Select "Redeem Product Code...":
- From the "Origin" dropdown menu, select the option labeled "Redeem Product Code...". This will open a new window or pop-up where you can enter your code.
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Enter Your Code:
- Carefully type or paste your product code into the provided field. Product codes are typically a series of letters and numbers, often separated by hyphens.
- After entering the code, click the "Next" button to proceed.
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Confirm Redemption:
- The system will display information about the game or content associated with the code you entered.
- Review the details to ensure they match what you expect. If everything looks correct, click "Next" again to confirm the redemption.
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Verify Activation:
- After confirmation, you should see a message, often displayed in green text, indicating that your product activation was successful.
- The newly activated game or content will now appear in your Origin game library, ready for download and installation.
Quick Activation Summary
For a quick reference, here's a summary of the activation steps:
| Step | Action |
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| 1 | Log in to your Origin account |
| 2 | Click "Origin" in the top-left corner |
| 3 | Select "Redeem Product Code..." |
| 4 | Enter your code and click "Next" |
| 5 | Confirm by clicking "Next" |
| 6 | Look for green confirmation text |
Important Considerations
- One-Time Use: Origin product codes are generally for one-time use. Once redeemed, they are permanently linked to your Origin (EA) account and cannot be used again on another account.
- Internet Connection: An active internet connection is required to log in to Origin and redeem your product code.
- EA App Transition: Note that EA has been transitioning users from the Origin client to the new EA App. While the "Origin" client still functions for code redemption as described, you might eventually be prompted to switch to the EA App, where the redemption process is similar.
By following these steps, you can efficiently activate any Origin game or content code and expand your digital library.
