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How do I transfer my old Office license to my new computer?

Roberta Powell 0 Reputation points
2026-01-27T17:28:23.76+00:00

Hello,

I have a copy of Office that I purchased several years ago. How do I transfer that license to mty new computer?

Thank You!

Roberta Powell

Microsoft 365 and Office | Excel | For home | Windows
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  1. DaveM121 879.4K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-01-27T17:59:48.93+00:00

    If your version of Office is 2016 or later, when you first installed and activated Office that licence should have become associated to your Microsoft Account as a digital licence online and it is from there that you can re-install Office without the need for a product key:

    https://account.microsoft.com/services/

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    2026-01-27T17:28:35.37+00:00

    To transfer your old Office license to your new computer, you typically need to follow these steps:

    1. Uninstall Office from the Old Computer: If your Office license allows installation on multiple devices, you may need to uninstall it from your old computer first.
    2. Install Office on the New Computer: You can install Office on your new computer by signing into your Microsoft account associated with your Office license. Visit Microsoft Account Services to find your Office license and download the installer.
    3. Activation: After installation, you will need to activate Office using your existing license key if prompted. If you encounter any activation issues, you may need to contact Microsoft support for assistance.

    Make sure to check the specific terms of your license, as some licenses may have restrictions on transferring between devices.

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