How to activate an Office product

1. Download Microsoft Office

  • Visit the official Microsoft setup page:
    Microsoft Office Download and Setup
  • Sign in with your Microsoft account or create a new one if you don’t have one.
  • Enter your Office product key to verify eligibility and access the download.

2. Install Microsoft Office

  • After downloading the setup file, run the installer.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to install Office on your computer.
  • Choose installation preferences if prompted (e.g., full installation or custom setup).

3. Open an Office Application

  • Once installed, open any Office app (e.g., Word, Excel, or PowerPoint).
  • Sign in with your Microsoft account if prompted.
    Note: This step is required for Microsoft 365 or Office linked to a digital license.

4. Enter Product Key

  • If not prompted automatically, navigate to File > Account > Activate Product.
  • Select "Enter a Product Key Instead" or similar.
  • Enter your 25-character product key: 
    XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX
  • Click Next to activate.

5. Confirm Activation

  • Office will validate the product key online.
  • If successful, you’ll see a message confirming that Office is activated.

6. Verify Activation

  • Open any Office app and go to File > Account.
  • Under Product Information, check for the status Product Activated.