How do I activate Office Setup using office.com/setup/activation?

Looking to activate your Microsoft Office suite? Visit office.com/setup/activation to easily activate Office by entering your product key, signing in to your Microsoft account, and completing the installation. Whether you’re setting up Office for the first time or reinstalling it, this step-by-step guide will help you quickly activate Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office apps. Keep reading to learn how to successfully activate Microsoft Office using office.com/setup/activation and troubleshoot common issues.

Steps to Activate Office via office.com/setup/activation

1. Sign In to Your Microsoft Account
2. Go to office.com/setup.
   Sign in with your Microsoft account (the one associated with your Office purchase).
   If you don’t have an account, click "Create one" to register.
3. Enter Your Product Key
   Locate your 25-character Office product key (found in your email or retail card).
   Enter the key and click "Next" to verify.
4. Download & Install Office
   If Office isn’t installed, click "Download Office" and run the installer.
   Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
5. Activate Office
   Open any Office application (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
   Sign in again with your Microsoft account when prompted.
   Office will automatically activate.
6. Verify Activation
   Open any Office app and go to File > Account.
   Under "Product Information", you should see "Activated".
7. Troubleshooting Activation Issues
   Invalid Key? Double-check for typos or contact Microsoft Support.
   Already Used Key? Sign in to the account that redeemed it.
   Installation Problems? Run the Office Repair Tool.