Apple users have two ways to get Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook on a Mac: pay Microsoft 365 every year, or buy a perpetual Office for Mac license once. This category is the second option. A Microsoft Office for Mac key from us activates the full native macOS applications, built for Apple silicon and Intel Macs alike, with Retina support, Dark Mode, Touch Bar support on older MacBook Pros, and full compatibility with Office documents from Windows. Pay once, own it.
The Mac versions are not cut-down ports. They are the same engines and the same file formats as Office on Windows, with the interface adjusted for macOS conventions. A spreadsheet built in Excel for Mac opens identically in Excel on Windows and vice versa. Outlook for Mac connects to Exchange, Microsoft 365, Gmail, iCloud and any IMAP account.
Office for Mac Editions
Edition
Applications
Best for
Office Home & Business 2024 for Mac
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote
Work Macs that need Outlook. Newest release, supported to 2029.
Office Home 2024 for Mac
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote
Students and home use. No Outlook.
Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote
Lower price, same everyday capability.
Office Home & Student 2021 for Mac
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote
Budget option for personal use.
There is no Professional Plus for Mac; Access and Publisher have never existed on macOS. If you need Outlook, buy Home & Business. If you do not, Home saves you money.
macOS Compatibility
Microsoft supports each Office for Mac release on the three most recent versions of macOS at the time the release ships, and keeps adding support as new macOS versions arrive during the support period. Office 2024 for Mac runs on Apple silicon (M1 through the current chips) natively and on Intel Macs. Office 2021 for Mac does the same. If your Mac is running a macOS more than three versions old, check the product page or ask us before buying; we would rather tell you it will not install than sell you a key you cannot use.
How Activation Works on a Mac
Office for Mac activates through your Microsoft account rather than by typing a key into the app. The steps are simple:
Order your Office for Mac key. It arrives by email within minutes.
Sign in at setup.office.com (or microsoft365.com/setup) with your Microsoft account and enter the key. The license is now permanently attached to that account.
Download the installer from your account page, install, open Word and sign in with the same account. Activation is immediate.
If you replace your Mac later, sign in on the new one and install again. No key to hunt for.
Windows Office keys do not activate on macOS and vice versa. Everything in this category is a Mac license. Covered by our 180-day money-back guarantee.
Buyer questions
Is Office for Mac a one-time purchase?
Yes. The Home, Home & Student and Home & Business editions here are perpetual licenses with no renewal.
Does it work on Apple silicon (M-series) Macs?
Yes, natively. Office 2021 and 2024 for Mac are universal apps for Apple silicon and Intel.
Which macOS versions are supported?
The three most recent macOS versions at the time of each release, with support extended as new versions ship. Check the product page for specifics or ask us.
Can I use a Windows Office key on my Mac?
No. Windows and Mac licenses are separate. Choose a Mac edition here.
Is Outlook included?
In Home & Business, yes. Home and Home & Student do not include Outlook.
Can I open Windows Office files on the Mac?
Yes. The file formats are identical and documents move between platforms without conversion.
How fast is delivery?
Automatic email delivery within minutes of payment.
How fast is delivery?
Your product key and download link are sent to your email address within minutes of payment, around the clock. If nothing arrives within 15 minutes, check your spam folder and then contact support.
Is it a genuine Microsoft key?
Yes. Every Microsoft Office for Mac key is a genuine Microsoft product key that activates through Microsoft’s own activation servers — genuine software, lifetime licence, updates for the life of the release.
What if the key does not work?
Contact our 24/7 support with your order number. We resolve the activation or replace the key; if we cannot, you receive a full refund under the 180-day money-back guarantee.
Customer reviews
What customers say
4.8 / 5 from 15 Microsoft Office for Mac customer reviews
“Works exactly as described. Outlook syncs my email without any problems.”
“I’ve been using it daily for work on my MacBook Air and it’s been very reliable. Happy with the purchase.”
“Super deal! Activated all 5 PCs with no issues. Very satisfied.”
“All apps installed correctly and activated without errors. Great value for a lifetime license.”
“Straightforward setup with clear instructions. Office feels smooth and well optimized for macOS.”
“Excellent product! Works perfectly on MacOS Sonoma. Activation was very simple.”
“Using this on my MacBook Air for daily work and no problems so far. Stable and fast.”
“No problems at all after installation. Word and Excel work just like they should. Very satisfied.”
“Works flawlessly on my MacBook. Fast activation and no subscription needed. Very happy with this purchase.”
“Simple setup and clear instructions. Office 2016 is still very reliable on Mac.”
“Perfect solution for Mac users who don’t want Office 365. Everything activated on the first try.”
“Excellent! Installed on macOS Catalina and everything works. Activation was simple and the price is great.”
