What version did you purchase? Does it say it is compatible with Windows 11?
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/buy/compare-all-microsoft-365-products?tab=1
Older Version of Office
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john walker
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Can I use a previously purchased version of Office in a new computer?
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accessibility
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John Jefferson Doyon 86,980 Reputation points Independent Advisor2026-09-07T16:34:19.5066667+00:00 Hi, @john walker
That depends on the Office version and the type of license you purchased.
To help check if it can be used on the new computer:
- Which Office version did you purchase, such as Office 2016, 2019, 2021, or 2024?
- Did you buy Office separately, or did it come preinstalled on the old computer?
- Is the old computer still available, and is Office still installed on it?
Click "Add comment" to let me know.
Thanks!