My Microsoft Word got corrupted when I needed to reset my laptop from local files

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2026-09-17T13:37:57.1766667+00:00

I really need help reinstalling my Microsoft Word. I tried the winword /safe command and I also tried the winword.exe /a one, and nothing, Microsoft Word isnt found. The same applies to Microsoft Powerpoint and so on. I tried reinstalling from the official site but the previous guides are meant for an older version of this site, and some things arent there anymore, from what I saw. I would appreciate any help, as soon as possible. Thank you!

Microsoft 365 and Office | Word | For home | Windows
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  1. Stefan Blom 352.7K Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
    2026-09-17T19:36:30.8766667+00:00

    Do you see some version of Office or Microsoft 365 listed in Installed Apps in Windows Settings? One-time purchase licenses include the word "Office," for example, Office Home & Business 2024, while subscription versions are called Microsoft 365 en-us (for example). If you find an installed product, try repairing it.

    You can also search for the individual apps from the Windows Start menu. Are you able to start them from there?

    If it turns out the the Office apps are actually missing, how did you install them originally? Typically, you should see your Office product listed in your associated account, as Dave has already suggested.

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  2. DaveM121 933.9K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-09-17T14:13:09.24+00:00

    When you first activated Office that licence should have become associated to your Microsoft Account as a digital licence online and it is from there that you can re-install Office without the need for a product key:

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

    Do you find your Office licence/subscription listed there.

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