How to install a free copy of Microsoft Office on Windows or Mac

If your school uses Microsoft 365 services and apps, they may also have purchased licenses which cover students and teachers to install their own copy(s) of Microsoft Office. Here’s how you check if your school has provided you a free copy.

You may be entitled to install a free copy of Microsoft Office — including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint — on your own laptop, iPad, and smartphone. Installing the school provided copy also has the following benefits:

• When signed in with your school Microsoft 365 account, you’ll get access to all of your school documents and resources.
• Office will be kept up to date in line with the apps installed throughout your school.
• Your install can be managed by your school’s IT team to make sure it’s secure.

You should be aware, however, that because this version of Office is licensed against your school Microsoft 365 account, when you leave the school, and your account is disabled, your free version of Office will stop working and you may need to purchase your own standard subscription.

This guides covers the most common installation instructions. Access to applications and features may be managed or limited by your school’s IT team as part of your school’s security policies.