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How to Use a Microsoft 365 Subscription Bought Through Apple on a PC
Question details
The user wants to install and activate an existing Microsoft 365 subscription on a Windows PC, which was originally purchased through Apple without receiving a product key.
- Product
- Microsoft 365
- Device & OS
- Windows PC
- Scenario
- Migrating or extending a Microsoft 365 subscription purchased via the Apple App Store to a Windows desktop environment.
- Observed behavior
- The user is unsure how to activate the software on a new operating system without repurchasing, as they were not provided a 25-character product key from Apple.
Ensure you have the exact login credentials for the Microsoft account that was linked to your Microsoft 365 subscription at the time of your Apple purchase.
Install and Activate via Your Microsoft Account
Since Apple purchases do not provide a product key, your subscription is digitally linked to your Microsoft account. You can use this account to download and activate Office on your PC.
When you purchase Microsoft 365 through the Apple App Store, the license is bound to the Microsoft account you sign in with during the initial setup. You do not need a product key to use the software on other devices.
Open a web browser on your Windows PC and navigate to www.office.com. Click 'Sign in' and enter the Microsoft account credentials associated with your Apple purchase.
Once logged into your account dashboard, locate and click the 'Install apps' or 'Install Microsoft 365' button in the upper right corner to download the setup file.
Run the downloaded executable file and follow the on-screen prompts to install the Office suite on your Windows PC.
Open any installed application, such as Word or Excel. When prompted to activate, choose to sign in, and enter the same Microsoft account to verify your subscription.
Contact Microsoft Support for Account Linking Issues
If your PC fails to recognize the subscription or you encounter activation errors, you may need to contact Microsoft Support to verify your Apple purchase linkage.
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- 1. Download the Installer: Visit the official WPS Office website and download the free installation file for Windows.
- 2. Install WPS Office: Run the downloaded setup file and follow the quick installation wizard to set up the software.
- 3. Open Your Files: Launch WPS Office and directly open or drag-and-drop your existing Microsoft Office files to start editing immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use an Apple-billed Microsoft 365 subscription on multiple devices?
Yes. A Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription allows you to install and sign in to Office apps on multiple devices simultaneously, including Windows PCs, Macs, tablets, and phones, regardless of whether you purchased it through Apple or Microsoft.
Why am I asked for a product key when I bought Microsoft 365 through Apple?
Apple handles the billing for subscriptions purchased via their App Store and does not issue traditional 25-character product keys. If prompted for a key on your PC, ignore it and simply choose the option to sign in with the Microsoft account linked to your purchase instead.
How do I cancel or manage a Microsoft 365 subscription bought on an iPad or Mac?
Since your subscription was purchased through Apple, you must manage or cancel it via your Apple ID settings on an iOS device or through the App Store on a Mac. You cannot manage the billing details for an Apple-purchased subscription directly through your Microsoft account dashboard.
