Fix Microsoft Store Not Recognizing Copilot Pro Subscription
Question details
The user's newly purchased Copilot Pro subscription is not recognized by the Microsoft Store, which prompts them to subscribe again.
- Product
- Microsoft Copilot Pro
- Device & OS
- Windows
- Scenario
- Attempting to verify or use a Copilot Pro subscription across Windows and Office applications after a recent purchase.
- Observed behavior
- The Microsoft Store does not display the active Copilot Pro subscription and requests another subscription payment.
Ensure you have the exact email address and password for the Microsoft account you used to originally purchase the Copilot Pro subscription.
Verify and Re-sync Your Microsoft Account
Ensure that Windows, the Microsoft Store, and Office apps are all using the identical Microsoft account associated with the Copilot Pro purchase.
The most common reason for a missing subscription is a mismatch in user accounts. If your Microsoft Store is logged into a different account than the one used to purchase Copilot Pro, the license will not be recognized.
Launch the Microsoft Store app from your Windows taskbar or Start menu, click on your profile picture at the top right corner, and verify the email address displayed matches your Copilot Pro account.
Click 'Sign out' from the profile menu. Once signed out, click the empty profile icon again and select 'Sign in' to reconnect the correct Microsoft account.
Open any Office app like Microsoft Word, navigate to 'File' > 'Account' (or 'Office Account'), and ensure the 'User Information' exactly matches the account logged into the Microsoft Store.
Update Microsoft Store and Apps
Outdated Store components can cause syncing issues with newly purchased licenses.
Contact Microsoft Support for Provisioning Issues
If the subscription is still missing, the backend provisioning might have failed, requiring intervention from Microsoft Support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn't my newly purchased Copilot Pro subscription appear in the Microsoft Store?
This usually happens if you are signed into the Microsoft Store with a different account than the one used for the purchase, or if there is a delay in Microsoft's subscription provisioning system.
Can I use Copilot Pro if I bought it through a third-party app store like Google Play?
Yes, but you must ensure the Microsoft account you linked during the third-party purchase is exactly the same account you use to sign into Windows and the Microsoft Store.
How long does it take for a Copilot Pro license to activate?
While activation is typically instantaneous, Microsoft's system can sometimes experience delays. If it takes longer than 24 to 48 hours and signing out and back in does not work, it is recommended to contact Microsoft Support for billing assistance.
