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How to Remove Microsoft 365 Advertisements from Excel Sharing Emails

Huda Qurayshi Oct 10, 2026 870 views

Question details

Users want to remove the default Microsoft 365 promotional message that is automatically inserted into the email body when sharing a workbook from the Excel mobile app.

How to Remove Microsoft 365 Advertisements from Excel Sharing Emails

Product: Excel for Microsoft 365
Device & OS: Android
Scenario: Sharing an Excel workbook via email using the built-in Share button within the mobile app.
Observed behavior: The Excel app automatically generates an email draft containing an unremovable promotional message advertising the Microsoft 365 app, alongside the shared file.

Before you start

Keep in mind that the promotional message is hardcoded into the built-in sharing workflow of the Excel for Android app, meaning there is no settings toggle to turn it off directly.

Solution 1Recommended

Bypass the Excel Share Button by Attaching the File Manually

Since the in-app Share button automatically generates the promotional text, you can avoid this by opening your email app directly and manually attaching the saved Excel file.

This is the most reliable workaround to send clean, professional emails without any injected advertisements from Microsoft 365.

Save the workbook

Ensure your latest changes are saved locally to your Android device or to a cloud service like OneDrive or Google Drive.

Open your email application

Exit the Excel app and open your preferred email client, such as Gmail or Outlook.

Compose and attach

Tap 'Compose' to start a new email, then tap the 'Attach' (paperclip) icon. Navigate to your saved Excel workbook, select it, and send the email as usual.

Bypass the Excel Share Button by Attaching the File Manually

Professional Appearance: By attaching the file manually, the email body remains entirely blank for your own message, maintaining a clean and professional appearance for your recipients.

Solution 2

Share via a Cloud Link Instead of an Email Attachment

Instead of generating an email directly from the app, you can copy a sharing link to your clipboard and paste it into a blank email.

Free Microsoft Office alternative

Share Spreadsheets Cleanly Without Ads Using WPS Office

If forced promotional messages in Microsoft Excel are disrupting your professional communication, consider switching to WPS Office. It provides a clean, ad-free sharing experience and allows you to attach spreadsheets directly to emails without any injected marketing text.

1. Open your spreadsheet in WPS Office: Launch the WPS Office app on your device and open the document you wish to share.
2. Tap the Share menu: Tap the 'Share' icon located in the bottom toolbar.
3. Select Mail: Choose the 'Mail' option and select 'Send as Attachment'. Your email app will open with the file attached cleanly, containing no promotional text.

100% format compatibility with Microsoft Excel (.xlsx, .xls, .csv).Share files directly via email without any injected promotional messages.Lightweight app size optimized for performance on all Android devices.Familiar user interface for a completely seamless transition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can Microsoft 365 paying subscribers turn off the sharing advertisement on Android?

No. Currently, the promotional text is integrated into the Excel Android app's sharing workflow for all users, including those with paid Microsoft 365 subscriptions. It cannot be disabled in the app's settings.

Does this promotional message appear when sharing Excel files from a Windows PC or Mac?

Generally, no. This specific promotional message regarding the Microsoft 365 mobile app is primarily a feature of the mobile built-in sharing functionality on Excel for Android and iOS.

How do I share an Excel file on Android without opening the Excel app?

You can locate the file using your Android device's native File Manager. Long-press the saved Excel file, select 'Share' from the context menu, and choose your email application. This attaches the file seamlessly without generating the Microsoft ad text.

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