How to install Microsoft 365 Personal from Costco store

Jack F 0 Reputation points
2025-12-18T01:20:11.4433333+00:00

The subscription from 2009/18/2024 expires today. I purchased a new one at Costco but I get this:

Sorry we don't recognize the product key you entered. If the product key you entered is correct you may need to enter it at another site.

Please help!!!!

Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Windows

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  1. AI answer

    2025-12-18T01:20:21.9866667+00:00

    To install Microsoft 365 Personal after purchasing a new subscription from Costco, follow these steps:

    1. Check the Product Key: Ensure that the product key you received with your purchase is correct. Sometimes, errors can occur if there are typos or if the key is not entered correctly.
    2. Enter the Product Key: Go to the Microsoft 365 setup page. You can usually find this by visiting the Microsoft website and navigating to the Office setup section. Here, you can enter your product key.
    3. Sign In: Make sure you are signed in with the Microsoft account that you want to associate with your Microsoft 365 subscription. If you are prompted for a product key, ensure you are using the one that came with your new purchase.
    4. Follow the Instructions: After entering the product key, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
    5. Troubleshooting: If you continue to receive the error message stating that the product key is not recognized, you may need to check if the key is valid or contact Microsoft support for further assistance. You can also check if the product key needs to be redeemed on a different site.

    If you are still having issues, consider checking for any updates or reinstalling the Office application to ensure that there are no conflicts with the installation.

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  2. GsN5034 - IA 77,085 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-18T02:02:01.2766667+00:00

    Hello, thank you for reaching out to Microsoft Q&A.

    Could you let me know where you’re trying to redeem the Office 365 product key? Also, is it a 1-year Office 365 license purchased from a retailer?

    Open an Incognito tab and sign in with your Microsoft account here.

    https://setup.office.com/redeem/enter-key

    Click Get Started, then enter your product key and sign in with the email account you want to associate with the license.

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    After redeeming the key, go to the Services & subscriptions page in your Microsoft account and confirm that the subscription appears there and is shown as active.

    https://account.microsoft.com/services

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