How to Download and Install or Reinstall Office 365 on a PC?

To download and install or reinstall Office 365 on PC, sign in to your Microsoft account, download the installer, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation and activation.​ If you still encounter any problems during the activation process, you can visit the official page office.com/setup or microsoft365.com/setup and find a solution to your problem.

Steps to Download Office 365

  1. Visit the official Microsoft site: office.com/setup or microsoft365.com/setup.​​
  2. Sign in using the account associated with your Office 365 subscription (Microsoft account, work, or school account).​​
  3. From the dashboard or "Apps" menu, select "Install apps" and choose "Microsoft 365 apps".​
  4. Select your preferred language and version (64-bit is default), then click "Install" to download the setup file.​

Steps for Installation and Activation

  • Run the downloaded setup file (you may see prompts like "Run," "Setup," or "Save File" depending on your browser).​
  • If prompted by User Account Control, select "Yes" to allow the installer to make changes.​
  • Wait for the installer to complete. The setup process automatically downloads the required files and installs Office 365.​
  • Once you see "You're all set! Office is installed now," click "Close" and launch any Office app (like Word) from your Start menu.​
  • Accept the license agreement on first launch to activate Office 365. If you see the Activation Wizard, follow its prompts.​

How to Reinstall Office 365

  1. Before reinstalling, uninstall any existing Office versions to avoid conflicts.​
  2. After uninstalling, follow the download and installation steps above.​
  3. Reinstallation is done via the same "Install apps" option on your Microsoft account dashboard.​
  4. Choose your language and preferred version, download, and run the installer. Activation is automatic upon first launch.​

Key Highlights

  • Office 365 requires periodic internet connection for activation and updates.​
  • You can install on up to 5 PCs per subscription.​
  • For troubleshooting, use Microsoft’s Help and Troubleshooter tools if issues arise.​

Note: By following these steps, you can easily download and install or reinstall Office 365 on your PC, ensuring access to all Office applications with your subscription.​

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