How do I activate Microsoft Office using my product key?
Activate Office Quickly – Enter your product key at office.com/setup and start using Microsoft Office right away.
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Activate Microsoft Office securely by visiting office.com/setup. Enter your purchased license key, sign in, and begin downloading your Office applications. This process is essential for unlocking the full capabilities of Office and syncing your work across multiple devices.
How do I activate Microsoft Office using my product key?
- Look for a 25-character key (format: XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX) in your confirmation email, retail box, or online purchase receipt.
- Open your browser and visit office.com/setup.
- Use the Microsoft account you want to link with Office. If you don’t have one, click Create Account and follow the prompts.
- Carefully type your 25-character key and click Next to validate it.
- This ensures your Office apps are in the correct format and language for you.
- Click Install and follow on-screen instructions for Windows, Mac, or mobile.
- Once installed, open any Office app (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), sign in if prompted, and Office will activate automatically.