This software key post is presented by VIPkeysale.com.

It’s that time of year again. What time is that? Winter holiday time. Time to stay inside at home — whether from the cold or because of COVID-19 — and bask in the warm glow of your device screens. That’s especially fun and easy when VIPkeysale.com offers you (and all Cult of Mac readers) 16% off gaming and other software product keys.

And if you’re giving gifts this holiday season, sales like this one might just give you some extra reason for holiday cheer. Just remember to check out with your purchase on the website using the coupon code VIPMAC.

Why take advantage of this sale?

As you will see in the list of sale items below, VIPkeysale.com’s sale features Windows operating system and Microsoft productivity software deals. Upgrading to a recent OS or software suite gains you an advantage not just because you get the newest features. It also helps you out because Microsoft doesn’t go on supporting its products forever. And when that support vanishes at some future date, you may suffer from problems related to functionality, system compatibility and a lack of technical support.

Some VIPkeysale.com deals

Here are some of the low sale prices you can get using the 16% off coupon code VIPMAC:

• Microsoft Windows 10 Pro OEM CD-Key Global: $14
• Microsoft Windows 10 Pro OEM CD-Key Global (2 PC): $20
• Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM CD-Key Global: $14
• Microsoft Office Home and Business 2019 CD-Key: $44
• Office 2019 Professional Plus CD-Key Global: $49

About the company

Owned by London-based MediaMZ, VIPkeysale.com began selling software products in 2008. The company specializes in product keys for games played on PC, Xbox and PlayStation. VIP strives to offer low prices and prides itself on its automated, email-based delivery system.

For software keys codes, all shipped only via email, the company estimates delivery time at between 10 and 30 minutes. Even better, sometimes emails are sent in less than 10 minutes, especially for returning customers. For questions or concerns, VIPkeysale.com customer service features live chat.

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