Fix TokenNotFound Error When Installing Microsoft 365 on Mac
Question details
The user needs to resolve a TokenNotFound error that prevents the successful activation and installation of Microsoft 365 on a Mac.

- Product
- Microsoft 365
- Device & OS
- Mac
- Scenario
- Activating a newly purchased Microsoft 365 license and installing the software suite on a Mac.
- Observed behavior
- The activation process halts with a TokenNotFound error, indicating that the system does not recognize the entered product key or cannot find an associated license.
Ensure you have your 25-character product key available and verify that your Mac is connected to a stable internet connection before beginning the redemption process.
Redeem the Product Key via Microsoft Setup Portal
Redeeming the product key online first links the license to your Microsoft account, preventing errors when you install the Mac application.
The TokenNotFound error frequently occurs if you attempt to activate the key directly in the software without first registering it to your Microsoft account online.
Open your web browser and navigate to Microsoft365.com/setup.
Log in with your existing Microsoft account credentials. If you do not have one, follow the prompts to create a new account.
Carefully type your 25-character product key into the designated fields. Do not type any hyphens, as the system will format it automatically.
Once the key is successfully redeemed, navigate to office.com/myaccount to download the Microsoft 365 installer designed for Mac.
Run the downloaded installer. After installation, launch any Office application and sign in with your Microsoft account to activate the suite.

Remove Preinstalled Conflicting Office Versions
Older or preinstalled versions of Office can conflict with the new license activation, triggering errors.
Verify Key Activation with Retailer
If the setup portal rejects the key with a TokenNotFound error, the physical card may not have been activated at the point of sale.
Avoid Activation Errors with WPS Office for Mac
Tired of dealing with product key issues and TokenNotFound errors? WPS Office is a powerful, free, and lightweight alternative to Microsoft 365 for Mac users. You can start creating, editing, and managing your documents immediately without the hassle of complex licensing or subscriptions.
- 1. Download the Installer: Visit the official WPS website and click the free download button for Mac.
- 2. Install WPS Office: Open the downloaded package and drag the WPS Office icon into your Applications folder.
- 3. Start Creating: Launch WPS Office and instantly open your existing Microsoft documents with perfect formatting.

Frequently Asked Questions
What does the TokenNotFound error mean?
The TokenNotFound error indicates that Microsoft's activation servers cannot find a matching license for the product key you entered. This happens if the key is typed incorrectly, was not activated by the retailer at purchase, or if the redemption process was handled improperly.
Do I need to type the hyphens when entering my Microsoft 365 product key?
No, you do not need to type the hyphens. When redeeming your key at Microsoft365.com/setup, enter the 25 alphanumeric characters continuously, and the system will automatically format it with hyphens.
Can I activate Microsoft 365 directly inside the Mac application?
If you purchased a retail product key, you must first redeem it online through the Microsoft setup portal to link it to your account. Once linked, you can sign in to the Mac app to activate the software without entering the key again.




