Install and Setup Office on your device
Get Started with Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, and other Microsoft Apps with our Step-by-Step Guide.
Available on
Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365 is available on
Windows
Mac
iOS
Android
Getting Started
What do you need to get started with your Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365 installation on your Device.
- Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office Subscription
- Windows, Mac, iOS, Android Device
- An Active internet Connection
- Chrome, Safari, IE, Opera, Edge Browser
Time needed: 30 minutes
Here is a step-by-step guide on how you can Setup and Install Office on your device.
Note: Before you begin, ensure that your system meets the minimum requirements for the Office version you intend to install.
- Open a Web Browser
Launch your preferred web browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Edge).
- Go to office.com/setup
Type “office.com/setup” into the address bar and press Enter.
- Sign in or Create a Microsoft Account
If you have a Microsoft account, sign in. If not, you may need to create one.
- Enter the Product Key
You will be prompted to enter a product key. This is a 25-character alphanumeric code that comes with your Office purchase. Enter the key carefully.
- Select your Country and Language
Choose your country and preferred language from the drop-down menus.
- Download Office
After entering the product key, you will be directed to the Office product page. Click on the “Install Office” button.
- Choose Office Product and Version
Select the specific Office product you want to install (e.g., Microsoft 365, Office Home & Student) and choose the version (32-bit or 64-bit).
- Download Office Installer
Click on the “Install” or “Download” button to start downloading the Office installer.
- Run the Installer
Once the download is complete, locate the installer file (typically in the Downloads folder) and double-click to run it.
- Follow Installation Wizard
The Office Installation Wizard will guide you through the installation process. Follow the on-screen instructions.
- Sign in to Microsoft Account
During the installation, you may be prompted to sign in with your Microsoft account again. Enter your credentials.
- Customize Installation (Optional)
You may be given the option to customize your installation settings, such as choosing which Office apps to install. Customize as per your preference.
- Wait for Installation to Complete
The installation process may take some time. Wait for it to complete.
- Finish Installation
Once the installation is finished, you may receive a confirmation message. Click on “Finish” or “Close” to complete the process.
- Launch Office Applications
After installation, you can launch any Office application (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) from the Start menu or desktop shortcut.