Microsoft Office 365 is an essential
suite of productivity applications that includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook, and more. If you own a Mac and need to install Office 365, the process
is straightforward and can be completed via the official Microsoft portal: portal.office.com. This guide will walk you through the steps required to
install Office 365 on your Mac efficiently.
System Requirements for
Office 365 on Mac
Before installing Office 365, ensure
that your Mac meets the minimum system requirements:
Operating System: macOS Monterey (12), macOS Big Sur (11), macOS Catalina (10.15), or later.
Processor: Intel or Apple Silicon (M1/M2) with Rosetta 2.
RAM: At least 4GB.
Storage: Minimum of 10GB of free disk space.
Internet Connection: Required for downloading and activating Office 365.
You can check your macOS version by
clicking Apple Menu > About This Mac.
Step-by-Step Guide to
Installing Office 365 on Mac
Step 1: Sign in to Your
Microsoft Account
Open your preferred web browser (Safari, Chrome, or
Firefox).
Navigate to portal office com.
Enter your Microsoft account credentials (email and
password) associated with your Office 365 subscription.
If prompted, complete the multi-factor authentication
(MFA) process.
Note: If you do not have an active Office 365 subscription, you
must purchase one before proceeding. You can subscribe through Microsoft 365
plans.
Step 2: Download the
Office 365 Installer for Mac
Once signed in, you will be redirected to the Office
365 homepage.
Click on the Install Office button in the top-right
corner.
Choose Office 365 apps to begin downloading the
installer.
The download will start automatically, saving a .pkg
file in your Mac's "Downloads" folder.
Tip: If the download does not start, refresh the page or try
using a different browser.
Step 3: Install Office 365
on Mac
Open Finder and navigate to the Downloads folder.
Double-click the Microsoft_Office_Installer.pkg file.
The Microsoft Office installer will launch. Click Continue.
Read and accept the license agreement, then click
Continue.
Select the Install Location (default location is
recommended).
Click Install and enter your Mac’s administrator
password if prompted.
Wait for the installation to complete.
Click Close once the installation is finished.
Tip: If you encounter a security warning, go to System
Preferences > Security & Privacy and allow the installation under the
"General" tab.
Step 4: Activate Office
365 on Mac
Open any Office application (e.g., Word, Excel, or PowerPoint).
A welcome screen will appear; click Sign In.
Enter the Microsoft account credentials used to
purchase the subscription.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete
activation.
Once activated, click Start Using Office.
Note: If you see an error stating that your subscription cannot
be verified, ensure you are connected to the internet and try signing in again.
Troubleshooting Common
Installation Issues
1. Office 365 Installation
is Stuck or Not Starting
Restart your Mac and try installing again.
Ensure that your internet connection is stable.
Clear your browser cache and try downloading the
installer again.
2. macOS Blocks the
Installation
Go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy
> General.
Click Allow next to "Microsoft Corporation."
Restart the installation process.
3. Unable to Sign in to
Activate Office 365
Double-check your Microsoft credentials.
Try signing in through a different browser.
Ensure that your Office 365 subscription is active.
Updating Office 365 on Mac
To keep Office 365 updated with the
latest features and security patches:
Open any Office application (e.g., Word or Excel).
Click on Help in the menu bar.
Select Check for Updates.
Follow the on-screen prompts to install available
updates.
Uninstalling Office 365
from Mac
If you need to remove Office 365
from your Mac, follow these steps:
Open Finder > Applications.
Locate Microsoft Office apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook, etc.).
Drag each app to the Trash.
Open Finder > Go > Go to Folder.
Type ~/Library and delete the following folders:
Containers/com.microsoft.*
Group Containers/UBF8T346G9.Office
Empty the Trash and restart your Mac.
Final Thoughts
Installing Office 365 on a Mac is a
simple and quick process when done through portal.office.com. By following this guide, you can successfully download,
install, and activate Microsoft Office 365 on your Mac.
If you encounter any issues,
Microsoft's support team is available to help resolve installation or
activation problems.
Now that you have Office 365
installed, you can enjoy seamless productivity and collaboration with its suite
of powerful applications!
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