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ACCESS 365 on UBUNTU LINUX WINE

Chris AtProspectHouse 0 Reputation points
2025-12-14T18:15:52.2533333+00:00

I have developed an application in MS-Access 365 which works very well on my Windows 11 Desktop. But I have an old PC which I have had to migrate to UBUNTU linux because it is not compatible with Windows 11, which I would like to run the database on. I believe I should be able to us WINE on UBUNTU to run the Access Runtime but I need my my Product Key to install it on WINE. So can you tell me:

  1. Where I can find my Office 365 product key on my system to install the runtime?

AND

  1. Is there an Access 365 runtime which I can install.?

thanks

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  1. Chris AtProspectHouse 0 Reputation points
    2025-12-20T17:08:27.7133333+00:00

    Hi Tammy, Thanks for replying to my enquiry and sorry for the delay answering your questions. I have a Microsfof 365 subscription and I have downloaded the OfficeSetup.exe for 64 bit which matches my linux computer I want to run it on, and the only download for the Access runtime I am offered.When I execute this setup application in Linux WINE it prompts me for a Product Key. I have found the product key from my main desktop but this does not work. Also it seems to want to install Office365 not just the AccessRuntime which is what I need. This is very confusing, I only want the Access runtime not the whole Office365 suite.

    If you have any suggestions I would be very grateful. There use to be a standalone Access runtime executable in previous versions of Access isn't ther one for Access365?

    Chris

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  2. Anonymous
    2025-12-15T02:53:34.43+00:00

    Please note that our forum is a public platform, and we will modify your question to hide your personal information in the description. Kindly ensure that you hide any personal or organizational information the next time you post an error or other details to protect personal data.

    Dear Chris AtProspectHouse

    Welcome and thank you for sharing your issue in the Q&A forum.

    Based on the information you provided and my research, here is the answer to your question:

    • Office 365 does not use traditional Product Keys. Microsoft 365 (Office 365) is activated through your Microsoft account subscription, not by entering a Product Key. Therefore, you will not find a Product Key on your system.

    Please help clarify this for me:

    • Are you using Microsoft 365 (subscription-based) or an Office perpetual license with a key?
    • Access Runtime is free. You can download Microsoft Access Runtime for free from the official Microsoft website here: Download Microsoft Access Runtime

    Notes: Choose the correct version (32-bit or 64-bit) that matches your Office installation. Access Runtime does not require a Product Key to install.

    I hope this information is helpful. Please try these steps and check again. If you encounter any issues, feel free to share, I’m always ready to assist you.

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