Does Office Home & Student 2016 Include 1 TB OneDrive Storage?
Question details
The user wants to know if the perpetual license of Microsoft Office Home & Student 2016 includes 1 TB of OneDrive cloud storage.
- Product
- Microsoft Office Home & Student 2016
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Checking cloud storage benefits included with a one-time Office software purchase.
- Observed behavior
- The user needs clarification on whether the 1 TB OneDrive storage benefit is included in their perpetual license or requires a separate subscription.
Verify which version of Microsoft Office you are currently using, as cloud storage benefits differ significantly between one-time purchases and monthly subscription plans.
Understand Office Home & Student 2016 Storage Limits
Learn the difference between the standard free OneDrive allowance and Microsoft 365 subscription benefits.
Office Home & Student 2016 is a perpetual (one-time purchase) license. Unlike Microsoft 365 subscriptions, it does not automatically provide the 1 TB of OneDrive cloud storage.
Users of Office 2016 receive the standard free OneDrive storage allowance, which is typically capped at 5 GB. If you need 1 TB of storage, you will need to upgrade to a Microsoft 365 subscription or purchase a standalone OneDrive storage plan.
Log into your OneDrive account via a web browser to view your current storage limit, which is located in the bottom-left corner of the dashboard.
Open any Office 2016 application, such as Word, click on 'File', and select 'Account' to verify your product activation and specific license type.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy 1 TB of OneDrive storage without subscribing to Microsoft 365?
Yes, Microsoft offers standalone OneDrive storage plans. However, subscribing to Microsoft 365 Personal or Family is often the most cost-effective way to get 1 TB of storage alongside premium Office apps.
What happens to my files if my OneDrive is over the 5 GB limit?
Your files remain safe, but you won't be able to upload or sync new files. You must delete existing files to drop below the 5 GB threshold or purchase additional cloud storage to resume syncing.
Does Office 2019 or Office 2021 include 1 TB of OneDrive storage?
No. Like Office 2016, Office 2019 and Office 2021 are one-time perpetual licenses and only come with the standard free 5 GB of OneDrive storage. Only Microsoft 365 subscriptions include 1 TB.
How can I check my remaining OneDrive storage space on Windows?
You can check your storage by clicking the OneDrive cloud icon in your Windows system tray and selecting 'Settings', or by logging into the OneDrive website and checking the storage meter at the bottom left.
