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How to Buy One Month of OneDrive Storage
Question details
The user wants to purchase additional OneDrive cloud storage for exactly one month after changing their Office plan.
- Product
- OneDrive
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Transitioning from a Microsoft 365 subscription to a one-time purchase of Office Home and Business 2024 and needing temporary cloud storage.
- Observed behavior
- The user requires a short-term, monthly commitment for OneDrive cloud storage instead of an annual subscription.
Ensure you have your Microsoft account credentials ready and check your current subscription status to verify if you already have active OneDrive storage included.
Purchase a Monthly Microsoft 365 Basic Plan
Microsoft offers monthly billing options for its Microsoft 365 Basic plan, which includes 100 GB of OneDrive storage.
OneDrive storage is generally provided through Microsoft 365 plans rather than a separate consumer subscription. To get storage for just one month, you can subscribe to a monthly plan and cancel before it renews.
Go to the official Microsoft OneDrive plans and pricing page in your web browser.
Locate the Microsoft 365 Basic plan (100 GB) and ensure you switch the billing toggle or option from 'Yearly' to 'Monthly'.
Click the 'Buy now' button, sign in with your Microsoft account, and complete the checkout process.
To ensure you only pay for one month, immediately go to your Microsoft account's 'Services & subscriptions' page and turn off recurring billing for this new plan.
Utilize a 1-Month Free Trial
If you are eligible, you can use a 1-month free trial of Microsoft 365 to get temporary OneDrive storage at no cost.
Looking for a cost-effective alternative to Microsoft Office?
If you are transitioning away from expensive Microsoft 365 subscriptions, consider WPS Office. It provides a lightweight, highly compatible, and completely free alternative to Microsoft Office, complete with its own cloud storage solutions for seamless document management.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Visit the official WPS website and download the free version of WPS Office for your operating system.
- 2. Install and Launch: Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to set up WPS Office on your device.
- 3. Sign in for Cloud Features: Create or sign in to a WPS account to unlock free cloud storage and seamless cross-device syncing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy OneDrive storage without a full Microsoft 365 subscription?
Standalone OneDrive plans have largely been replaced by the Microsoft 365 Basic plan, which functions similarly by providing 100 GB of storage for a low monthly fee without the premium desktop apps.
How do I cancel my OneDrive subscription after one month?
Log into your Microsoft account, navigate to the 'Services & subscriptions' section, locate your active Microsoft 365 Basic or OneDrive plan, click 'Manage', and select the option to turn off recurring billing or cancel the subscription.
What happens to my files if I do not renew my OneDrive storage?
Your files will remain safely in OneDrive, but if your data exceeds the free 5 GB limit after your paid month ends, your account will be temporarily frozen. You will not be able to upload new files or sync changes until you free up space or purchase more storage.
