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Using Office Home and Student 2021 with Office Pro Plus
Question details
The user wants to know if installing a university-provided Office Pro Plus will cancel their purchased Office Home and Student 2021 license and whether both versions can be installed simultaneously.
- Product
- Microsoft Office
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Managing personal and university-provided Microsoft Office licenses on the same device.
- Observed behavior
- The user is seeking clarification on license entitlement retention and whether installing two different Office versions on one device will cause conflicts.
Before proceeding, ensure you have the login credentials for both your personal Microsoft account tied to your Home and Student 2021 license and your university account.
Manage Licenses and Prevent Software Conflicts
Understand your license entitlements and correctly transition to Office Pro Plus without losing your Office Home and Student 2021 purchase.
Office Home and Student 2021 is a perpetual license that is permanently linked to the Microsoft account used during your initial activation. Uninstalling this software does not remove your entitlement. You can safely uninstall it to use your university's Office Pro Plus, and reinstall your personal version later subject to Microsoft's standard device and activation rules.
It is highly recommended to avoid installing conflicting Office versions (such as Home & Student and Pro Plus) on the same computer simultaneously, as this can cause file association errors and activation conflicts.
Open 'Settings' > 'Apps' > 'Installed apps' on your Windows device, locate 'Microsoft Office Home and Student 2021', and click 'Uninstall' to remove it and prevent conflicts.
Log into your university portal or Microsoft 365 online with your student credentials, click 'Install Office', and download the setup file.
Run the downloaded setup file and follow the on-screen prompts to install Office Pro Plus. Once installed, open any app like Word and sign in with your university account to activate it.
Avoid Licensing Conflicts with WPS Office
Managing multiple Microsoft Office licenses and dealing with installation conflicts can be frustrating. Switch to WPS Office for a lightweight, free alternative that offers full compatibility with Microsoft formats without the complex subscription or perpetual license restrictions.
- 1. Download the installer: Visit the official WPS Office website and click the 'Free Download' button to get the setup file.
- 2. Install WPS Office: Run the downloaded installer, accept the terms, and click 'Install Now' to set up the lightweight suite.
- 3. Open and edit files seamlessly: Launch WPS Office and directly open any existing Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint documents without worrying about license conflicts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have two different versions of Microsoft Office installed on the same computer?
It is generally not recommended to install two versions of Office (such as Home and Student 2021 and Pro Plus) on the same computer. Doing so often leads to activation errors, file association issues, and performance conflicts. Always uninstall the previous version before installing the new one.
Will I lose my Office Home and Student 2021 if I uninstall it?
No. Office Home and Student 2021 is a perpetual license linked permanently to your personal Microsoft account. Uninstalling the software from your computer does not cancel or erase your purchase.
How do I reinstall my Office Home and Student 2021 later?
To reinstall your software, go to the Microsoft Account website, navigate to the 'Services & Subscriptions' page, and sign in with the personal account used to purchase the software. You will see an 'Install' button next to your Office 2021 product.
