: If you have the physical disc, the serial number is usually printed on a white sticker on the DVD sleeve or the back of the manual. Order Confirmation
: If the software is already installed, the key may be stored in the Windows Registry. You can find it by opening
: For downloaded versions, the serial number is typically sent to the email address used during purchase. Pinnacle Registration Database
Because the software is "dead," many users argue that using a cracked key is a victimless crime. While Corel no longer sells Pinnacle 14 directly, the software still falls under copyright law. Generating or using an unauthorized activation key is software piracy, regardless of the software's age.
Difference between product key and activation code - Microsoft Support