Before you go for this option, you must be prepared for possible system corruption and even data leaks. Keep in mind that variations of pre-activated Windows 7 are likely riddled with malware. There was also a time when Microsoft willingly let users with bootlegged versions of Windows 7 upgrade to Windows 10 without spending a cent. It is not uncommon for people to pirate Windows 7, especially since it is quite easy to find third-party tools for superseding the license keys or the Windows Activation process.