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David Laing 20 Reputation points
2026-10-23T15:38:33.7966667+00:00

I've just subscribed to Microsoft 365 Personal. I've tried to access Microsoft 365 and get this prompt User's image

So I'm paying monthly for something I can't access. Help!!!!

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EmilyS726 280.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
2026-10-23T16:16:09.22+00:00

Hello,

Looks like you might be using a wrong link to download the apps.

Launch your web browser in incognito mode.

Please go to https://account.live.com

Sign into your personal account that was on the subscription.

Then go to Subscription, you should find the subscription you purchased listed. Click on Manage

Then find the Install option to download the installer file. Then open that file to run the installation.

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    2026-10-23T15:38:54.0933333+00:00

    That prompt indicates the sign-in page being used expects a work or school account, not a Microsoft personal account.

    For Microsoft 365 Personal, sign in with the Microsoft account that was used to buy the subscription:

    1. Go to www.microsoft365.com and select Sign In.
    2. Enter the personal Microsoft account associated with the subscription.
    3. After signing in, use the app launcher to open Word, Excel, and the other Microsoft 365 apps.

    If the apps are already installed on a Windows PC, sign in inside an Office app:

    1. Open Word or Excel.
    2. Select File > Account.
    3. Select Sign In.
    4. Enter the Microsoft account and password associated with the subscription.

    If sign-in still fails, check these items:

    1. Confirm the subscription is tied to the same Microsoft account being used to sign in.
    2. Verify the username and password in a browser by signing in on the Microsoft 365 website.
    3. If access still does not work, use Microsoft’s sign-in helper tool to identify account issues.
    4. If needed, contact Microsoft Support through Contact Support for account or subscription help.

    On a Chromebook, Microsoft 365 Personal is accessed through the web at www.microsoft365.com. The Windows or Mac desktop versions cannot be installed on a Chromebook.

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