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Rao Andavolu 0 Reputation points
2026-11-12T16:33:41.1433333+00:00

Im not able to use Microsoft 365 features like Word or PowerPoint or Excel even after renewing my subscription. I need a live agent to solve this problem and see that i do not encounter this inconvenience again.........Rao Andavolu

Microsoft 365 and Office | Subscription, account, billing | For home | Windows
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  1. DaveM121 947.9K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-11-12T17:08:58.14+00:00

    Hi Rao Andavolu,

    1

    Open Word.

    At the top right of Word, log out of Office.

    Restart (not shut down) your PC, then log back into Office, is your subscription then recognized correctly.

    2

    If not, log into your Microsoft account on this link, check the expiry date listed on your subscription, is that listed correctly.

    https://account.microsoft.com/services/

    If the subscription expiry date is listed correctly on your account:

    Open the Settings App (gear icon on your Start Menu)

    Go to Apps - Installed Apps or Apps and Features

    Then, scroll down to find Microsoft Office or Microsoft 365.

    Select that and choose Modify - Online Repair

    That should fix any issues with your Office Installation.

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    2026-11-12T16:33:54.5366667+00:00

    Try this in order:

    1. Check that the subscription is actually active.
      • For Microsoft 365 Family or Personal, sign in to Services & subscriptions and confirm Microsoft 365 appears as active.
      • If the expiration date is wrong after renewal, contact Microsoft Support.
    2. Make sure the desktop app is signed in with the same Microsoft account that owns the subscription.
      • In Word, Excel, or PowerPoint, go to File > Account and verify the signed-in account matches the subscription account.
      • Then close and reopen the app.
    3. If renewal was purchased from a retail box or card, enter the product key.
      • Payment alone does not start the subscription until the product key is redeemed or the email receipt link is completed.
    4. If the apps still show subscription or activation errors, run the Microsoft 365 activation troubleshooter.
      • It runs on the same Windows PC where Microsoft 365 is installed.
      • Windows 10 or later is required.
    5. If the troubleshooter does not fix it, reinstall Office.
      • Deactivate the Office install, uninstall Office with the easy fix tool, then reinstall it.
    6. If access is needed immediately, use the web apps in a browser at microsoft365.com or Office.com while the issue is being resolved.

    For a live agent:

    • Go to Contact Microsoft Support, enter the problem, select Get Help, and then select Contact Support.
    • For purchasing or renewal issues, use Sales support.

    If this is a work or school subscription instead of a personal one, contact the Microsoft 365 admin or IT department.

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