How to install Office Apps (365) to your Windows or Mac computer

How to install Office Apps (365) to your Windows or Mac computer

How to Download and Install Microsoft 365 Office Apps (Windows and Mac)

This guide will walk you through downloading and installing the Microsoft 365 Office apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more. The steps are nearly the same for both Windows and Mac.

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Step 1: Sign in to Microsoft 365

1. Open a web browser and go to www.office.com.

2. Click Sign in in the top right corner.

3. Enter your Microsoft 365 email address and password.

4. Complete any required security verification.

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Step 2: Download Office Apps

1. After signing in, you will be taken to the Office 365 home page.

2. At the top right, click Install Office.

3. Select Microsoft 365 apps from the dropdown menu.

4. The installer file will begin downloading to your computer.

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Step 3: Install Office on Windows

1. Once the installer file (Setup.exe) finishes downloading, open it.

2. If prompted by Windows security, click Yes to allow the app to make changes.

3. The installation will begin automatically — this may take several minutes.

4. When the installation is complete, you’ll see a message saying You’re all set! Office is installed.

5. Click Close to exit the installer.

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Step 4: Install Office on Mac

1. Once the installer file (Microsoft_Office_Installer.pkg) finishes downloading, open it.

2. Follow the on‑screen instructions and click Continue when prompted.

3. Agree to the software license terms, then select the install location.

4. Enter your Mac username and password when prompted.

5. The installation will begin — this may take several minutes.

6. When finished, click Close to exit the installer.

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Step 5: Sign in and Activate

1. Open any Office app, such as Word or Excel.

2. When prompted, sign in with your Microsoft 365 email and password.

3. Office will activate automatically once signed in.

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That’s it!

You’ve successfully downloaded and installed Microsoft 365 Office apps on your computer. You can now use Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other apps included in your subscription.

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