Is Microsoft Office being discontinued?

Is Office going away entirely? No, as part of Microsoft 365 you will continue to get access to apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. We will also continue to offer one-time purchases of those apps to consumers and businesses via Office 2021 and Office LTSC plans.
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How long will Microsoft Office be supported?

Support for Windows 8.1 ended on January 10, 2023.

After that date, if you're running Microsoft 365, you'll no longer receive updates for the Office apps; this includes feature, security, and other quality updates.
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Will there be a Microsoft Office 2022?

Microsoft says changes will begin rolling out for Office.com in November 2022, and then changes will begin rolling out for the Office app on Windows and the Office mobile app in January 2023. Get weekly top MacRumors stories in your inbox.
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Is Microsoft Office no longer a one-time purchase?

Compare Microsoft 365 subscription with Office 2021 (one-time purchase) Pay a single, one-time cost. Pay a small monthly fee, or save by paying for a full year. Get Microsoft 365 apps like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
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What is replacing Office 365?

"In the coming months, Office.com, the Office mobile app, and the Office app for Windows will become the Microsoft 365 app, with a new icon, a new look, and even more features," Microsoft said in a FAQ about the change.
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Will there be a Microsoft Office 2023?

Beginning in January 2023, Office.com, the Office mobile app, and the Office app for Windows will become the Microsoft 365 app, with a new icon, a new look, and even more features.
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Is there a difference between Microsoft Office and Office 365?

Microsoft 365 includes the robust Office desktop apps that you're familiar with, like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. You also get extra online storage and cloud-connected features that let you collaborate on files in real time.
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Can I buy Microsoft Office for lifetime?

With a lifetime license, you'll keep the 2021 version of Microsoft Office rather than getting the latest software updates as they're released like you would with Microsoft 365. For most users, the savings will be well worth it. This deal expires on February 1, 2023, so act fast to sign up and save for life.
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Do I have to buy Microsoft Office again for a new computer?

If you have the Microsoft Office on your Microsoft account, you can install Office from your account and you do not need to repurchase Microsoft Office.
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How to get MS Office free for lifetime?

On to the ways to get a full free Office 365.
  1. Get Office 365 through your school. Microsoft offers Office 365 Education for free through many schools and universities. ...
  2. Get the free trial of Office 365. ...
  3. Get the free trial of Office 365 ProPlus. ...
  4. Convince your company to get Office 365. ...
  5. Free Office 365 (with purchase of a PC)
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What happened to Microsoft Office on my computer?

Open Start > Settings > Apps > Apps & features. Check if you've Microsoft Office listed there. If it is in the list of installed programs then select the entry and then select Modify. There should be an option to Repair the installation.
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What is Microsoft Office now called?

Office 365 is now Microsoft 365.
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Do you have to pay for Microsoft Word every year?

The suite typically costs $20 to $100 every year for subscription access across devices and family members. Microsoft also has a standalone version of Microsoft Office for Windows and Mac, called Office Home and Student 2021, for a flat $150 -- no subscription required.
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How long is the free version of Microsoft Office?

Get a free trial and you'll have access to premium features, more cloud storage, and advanced security for your data and devices. Try 1 month free Ready to buy Microsoft 365? After your 1-month free trial, Microsoft 365 Family is $99.99 per year.
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Should I delete old Microsoft Office before installing new?

We recommend that you uninstall any previous versions of Office, including Visio and Project, before installing the newer version.
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Why do I have to repurchase Microsoft Office?

The software license is permanently assigned to the device on which the software is initially activated. That device is the “licensed device.” If you bought a new computer and your original Office was either pre-installed or downloaded, then the advice you received is correct; you need to buy Office again.
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Can I use my old Microsoft Office on my new computer?

Transfer Office To Another Computer with Office 365 Subscription. If you've got a Microsoft Office subscription, then it would have been linked to your account. All you need to do is deactivate your Office 365 subscription from your first computer, install it on your new system, and activate the subscription there.
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How are people selling Microsoft Office so cheap?

When you buy a new computer with Office pre-installed, it's a special license limited to that computer. It's how computer makers can offer Office for a lower price, by selling non-transferable software.
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Can I still use Microsoft Office after subscription expires?

You'll still be able to open and print your documents but you won't be able to edit them or to create new ones. Tip: In the meantime, you can use Office Online for free in your web browser. Go Office.com to access the free version.
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What happens if you don't renew Office 365?

Admins and users no longer have access to the services or Office applications that came with the subscription. All customer data—from user data to documents and email—is permanently deleted and is unrecoverable. At this point, you can't reactivate the subscription.
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Is Office 365 being replaced?

No, as part of Microsoft 365 you will continue to get access to apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. We will also continue to offer one-time purchases of those apps to consumers and businesses via Office 2021 and Office LTSC plans. Additionally, there are no changes to Office 365 subscription plans.
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How much is Microsoft Office per year?

In contrast, the Family version includes five licensed Words, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and Access. Microsoft 365 Personal costs $69.99 per year (or $6.99 per month), while Microsoft 365 Family costs $99.99 per year (or $9.99 per month) and covers up to five personal and ten corporate devices, respectively.
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Do you have to pay for Microsoft Office?

With the free Office apps on your mobile device, you can do some core tasks like viewing, creating, and editing files. However, you will need a qualifying Microsoft 365 subscription if: Your mobile device is larger than 10.1”.
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