How to Download, Install and Activate Microsoft Office 2024 Pro Plus (2026 Guide)
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Last updated: October 22, 2026
Quick answer: To set up Office 2024 Pro Plus, check that your PC meets the requirements, download the installer from Microsoft, run the setup, then enter your 25-character product key to activate. If your purchase email includes a Microsoft download link, use Method 1 below. If you only received a Pro Plus key, use the Office Deployment Tool in Method 2. The whole process usually takes 20 to 45 minutes. Office 2024 is a one-time purchase, so there is no subscription to renew.
Which Office 2024 edition do you have?
The steps depend on your edition. Check your purchase email or the product name on your order.
| Edition | Main apps | Platform | Usual install method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office 2024 Home | Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote | Windows and Mac | Method 1 |
| Office 2024 Home & Business | Home apps plus Outlook | Windows and Mac | Method 1 |
| Office 2024 Professional Plus | Business apps including Access (see the product page for the full list) | Windows | Method 1 or Method 2 |
Office 2024 is a perpetual version. It does not include Microsoft 365 Copilot, cloud storage or monthly feature updates. For a full comparison, see our Office 2021 vs 2024 vs Microsoft 365 guide.
Office 2024 system requirements
- Windows: Windows 10 or Windows 11, a 1.1 GHz or faster 2-core processor, 4 GB RAM, 4 GB free disk space and a 1280 x 768 display
- Mac (Home and Home & Business): a recent macOS version with at least 4 GB RAM and 10 GB free disk space
- Internet: required to download, install and activate. Apps work offline afterwards.
Check Microsoft's official requirements before you buy or install, because supported operating systems change over time.
Before you start
- Find your product key and download link in your purchase email.
- Uninstall older Office versions or Microsoft 365 trials. Leftover installs are a common cause of activation errors.
- Sign in to Windows as an administrator.
- Close other programs and make sure you have a stable internet connection.
Method 1: Download Office 2024 from your Microsoft account
Use this method if your license is a redeemable key or your purchase email includes a Microsoft link.
- Go to microsoft365.com/setup and sign in with the Microsoft account you want tied to your Office license (or create one).
- Enter your 25-character product key and follow the prompts to redeem it.
- Go to account.microsoft.com/services, find Office 2024 and select Install.
- Choose your language and, on Windows, 64-bit or 32-bit. 64-bit is recommended for most PCs.
- Run the downloaded file. On Windows this is an .exe file, on Mac a .pkg file. Accept the prompts and wait for the install to finish.
- Open Word, Excel or any other app and sign in. Office activates automatically once the license is linked to your account.
Method 2: Install Office 2024 Pro Plus with the Office Deployment Tool
Professional Plus is a volume-style edition that Microsoft installs with the Office Deployment Tool. The tool downloads Office directly from Microsoft's servers, so you always get an unmodified copy.
Step 1: Get the Office Deployment Tool
- Download the Office Deployment Tool from Microsoft's official website.
- Run officedeploymenttool.exe and extract the files to a new folder such as C:\\Office2024.
- You should see setup.exe and sample configuration files in that folder.
Step 2: Create the configuration file
Open Notepad, paste the text below and save it as configuration.xml in the same folder as setup.exe. When saving, set "Save as type" to All Files so Windows does not add .txt.
Change en-us to another language ID if you need a different language.
Step 3: Download the Office files
- Search for Command Prompt, right-click it and choose Run as administrator.
- Go to your folder and start the download:
cd C:\\Office2024
setup.exe /download configuration.xmlThe download is several gigabytes and may take a few minutes depending on your connection.
Step 4: Install Office
In the same window, run:
setup.exe /configure configuration.xmlThe installer runs on its own. Most installs finish in 5 to 10 minutes. When it is done, the Office apps appear in your Start menu.
Installing Office 2024 on a Mac
Mac users should buy an edition that supports macOS, such as Home or Home & Business for Mac. Redeem your key at microsoft365.com/setup, download the installer from your Microsoft account, open the .pkg file, click through the license and install screens, and enter your Mac password when asked. Then open any Office app and sign in with the same Microsoft account to activate.
How to activate Office 2024
- Open Word, Excel or PowerPoint.
- Enter your 25-character product key when Office asks for it. If no prompt appears, go to File > Account and choose the option to activate or change your product key.
- Sign in with your Microsoft account if requested and wait for the confirmation message.
Activate from the command line (Pro Plus)
If the app does not accept the key, open Command Prompt as administrator and run the commands below. Replace the placeholder with your own key. This is the default path for 64-bit Office on 64-bit Windows.
cd "C:\\Program Files\\Microsoft Office\\Office16"
cscript ospp.vbs /inpkey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX
cscript ospp.vbs /actCheck that Office is activated
Open any Office app, go to File > Account and look under Product Information. It should show your edition (for example, Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2024) as activated.
Common installation and activation problems
| Problem | What to try |
|---|---|
| Installation fails or stalls | Uninstall all older Office versions, restart, run the installer as administrator, and temporarily pause antivirus or firewall software. |
| Product key not accepted | Re-type the key carefully, check you chose the matching edition, and make sure you did not mix up Home & Business and Pro Plus keys. |
| "Key already used" or activation limit reached | Check your Microsoft account under Services & subscriptions. A license is usually limited to one device, so deactivate or uninstall it elsewhere first, or contact support. |
| Office asks you to subscribe to Microsoft 365 | A Microsoft 365 trial or another Office version is installed. Remove it and install the edition that matches your license. See our guide on activating Office without a subscription. |
| Can't verify your account | Check your connection, confirm your Microsoft account details, and try again from another network. |
| Download is very slow | Use a wired connection, pause other downloads, or run the Deployment Tool download step again, which resumes where it stopped. |
Reinstalling Office or moving it to a new PC
To reinstall on the same PC, repeat the install steps and enter the same key. Licenses linked to your Microsoft account reinstall from the Services page without re-entering the key.
Whether you can move a license to a new computer depends on the license type. Retail licenses can usually be moved by uninstalling from the old PC first. OEM licenses are tied to the first device they were activated on. Check your license terms before buying a new computer.
Office 2024 vs Microsoft 365 in one minute
- Office 2024: one-time payment, installed on one PC or Mac, works offline, security updates but no new features
- Microsoft 365: ongoing subscription, install on multiple devices, includes OneDrive storage and continuous new features
If you prefer to pay once, read why Office 2024 is a smart alternative to monthly subscriptions.
Get a genuine Office 2024 license
Every license is delivered digitally by email, with your key and installation instructions.
- Office 2024 Professional Plus for Windows
- Office 2024 Home & Business
- Office 2024 Home
- Windows 11 Pro + Office 2024 Professional Plus bundle
Browse the full Microsoft Office collection or contact our support team if you need help choosing or activating.
Frequently asked questions
Can I install Office 2024 Pro Plus on more than one computer?
Each license covers one device. For more computers, buy additional licenses.
Does Office 2024 work on Windows 10?
Yes, Office 2024 supports Windows 10 and Windows 11. Windows 10 itself no longer receives regular security updates, so moving to Windows 11 is recommended.
Do I need the internet to use Office 2024?
You need it to download, install and activate. After activation, the apps work offline.
How long does the Office 2024 license last?
It is a perpetual license. You pay once and there is no renewal, although it does not include future major versions.
Is Office 2024 Pro Plus available for Mac?
Professional Plus is a Windows edition. Mac users should choose Office 2024 Home or Home & Business for Mac.
Do I need a Microsoft account to install Office 2024?
Method 1 requires one. With the Deployment Tool, you can install and enter a product key without linking an account.
What should I do if activation fails?
Remove old Office versions, confirm you installed the same edition as your key, check your Microsoft account, and try the command-line activation. If it still fails, contact support with your order number.