Unable to use Microsoft Word because it says I don't have a license when I do have a license

Susan Snyder 0 Reputation points
2026-08-24T17:13:16.33+00:00

I have had Microsoft family for several years, and now when I try to use Microsoft Word it requires me to activate it every time I use it. Now, it is telling me I don't have a license when I activate it. What do I do?

Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | MacOS
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  1. Diana Mariz 10,945 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-08-24T17:51:12.95+00:00

    Hi Susan,

    To further investigate on this, have you tried to click Update License? To do that, open any Office application such as Word > File tab > Account > Product Information > Update License.

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