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How to Download Microsoft Office 2021 Professional Plus Offline Installer
Question details
The user needs to find and download the official offline installer for Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2021 to install the software on a device without relying on an active internet connection.
- Product
- Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2021
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Installing Microsoft Office on a computer with limited or no internet access by utilizing an offline installation file.
- Observed behavior
- The user is looking for the correct procedure to obtain the offline installation file after redeeming their product key.
Ensure you have your valid Microsoft Office 2021 Professional Plus product key ready. You will also need a stable internet connection on the device you are currently using to download the initial offline installer package.
Downloading the Offline Installer via Your Microsoft Account
Use your redeemed product key and Microsoft account to download the official offline installer directly from Office.com.
While the installation itself can be completed entirely offline, downloading the installer package initially requires an internet connection. If the target PC has no internet, you must download the file to a USB drive or portable storage on a connected computer first.
If you haven't linked your product yet, navigate to microsoft365.com/setup in your web browser. Sign in with your Microsoft account and enter your Office 2021 product key to associate it with your account.
Go to Office.com and sign in with the same Microsoft account. Click on your profile icon in the top right, select 'My Microsoft account', and navigate to the 'Services & subscriptions' tab.
Scroll down to find your associated Microsoft Office 2021 Professional Plus product in the list and click the 'Install' button next to it.
In the installation pop-up window, click on 'Other options' or 'Advanced options'. Check the box labeled 'Download an offline installer', choose your preferred language, and click 'Download'.
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If downloading large Microsoft Office offline installers is time-consuming or you need a lightweight productivity suite immediately, WPS Office is an excellent free alternative. It installs quickly, works perfectly offline, and provides a familiar interface.
- 1. Download the Installer: Visit the official WPS Office website and click 'Free Download' to get the lightweight setup file.
- 2. Run the Setup Offline: Transfer the downloaded file to your offline PC and double-click the installer to begin.
- 3. Complete Installation: Follow the simple on-screen instructions to finish installing your complete office suite in minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install Office 2021 completely without the internet?
Yes. Once you have downloaded the offline installer image file on a computer with internet access, you can transfer it via a USB drive to your offline computer, mount the image file, and run the setup without needing a connection.
What file format is the Microsoft Office offline installer?
The Microsoft Office offline installer typically downloads as an IMG or ISO disk image file. You can mount this file natively in Windows 10 and Windows 11 by right-clicking it and selecting 'Mount'.
Why isn't the offline installer option showing in my Microsoft account?
This option only appears if your Microsoft Office 2021 product key has been successfully redeemed and linked to the specific Microsoft account you are currently logged into. Verify your license under the 'Services & subscriptions' page.
Does WPS Office require an internet connection to install?
No, WPS Office offers a standalone offline installer that can be downloaded quickly on a connected device and installed on any offline PC without requiring an active internet connection during the installation process.
