We'd like to remind Forumites to please avoid political debate on the Forum. This is to keep it a safe and useful space for MoneySaving discussions. Threads that are - or become - political in nature may be removed in line with the Forum’s rules. Thank you for your understanding.
We're aware that dates on the Forum are not currently showing correctly. Please bear with us while we get this fixed, and see Site feedback for updates.

Microsoft Office Product Key help

Hi all

I purchased a Microsoft Office package a couple of years ago from the Student website - think it was about £40.

At the same time I purchased the back up CD set.

I am now using a new computer and wanted to put the Office onto it - yet it says I need the 25 character product key and I cannot find it anywhere - the little certificate of authenticity doesn't have a 25 character key on it, although it has plenty of other numbers?

Anyone have any ideas please ? The contact numbers for Microsoft are all in the US. :(


Bought is to buy. Brought is to bring.

Comments

  • Do you still have access to the computer that you originally installed Office on to?

    If so, install and run this program (this link will take you to a download page)
    http://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder/
    and it will show you the 25 digit code.

    You should of course make sure that the licence agreement that covers the version of Office that you purchased will allow you to put it on multiple computers.
  • I have the CD version and the product key is on a label on the inside of the CD case

    but not sure how to get it if you got yours off the internet
  • Do you still have access to the computer that you originally installed Office on to?

    If so, install and run this program (this link will take you to a download page)
    http://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder/
    and it will show you the 25 digit code.

    You should of course make sure that the licence agreement that covers the version of Office that you purchased will allow you to put it on multiple computers.

    I don't have access to that computer unfortunately no.


    Bought is to buy. Brought is to bring.
  • santer_2
    santer_2 Posts: 4,406 Forumite
    1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    Call them on 0800 018 8354 and say the key label is damaged / unreadable
  • prowla
    prowla Posts: 13,720 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper
    The disk's plastic sleeve should have a yellow sticker on it.

    However, if you sold on the computer (you say you don't have it anymore), it could be that the new owner owns the licence too...
This discussion has been closed.
Meet your Ambassadors

🚀 Getting Started

Hi new member!

Our Getting Started Guide will help you get the most out of the Forum

Categories

  • All Categories
  • 348.4K Banking & Borrowing
  • 252.1K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
  • 452.4K Spending & Discounts
  • 241K Work, Benefits & Business
  • 617.3K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
  • 175.7K Life & Family
  • 254.1K Travel & Transport
  • 1.5M Hobbies & Leisure
  • 16K Discuss & Feedback
  • 15.1K Coronavirus Support Boards

Is this how you want to be seen?

We see you are using a default avatar. It takes only a few seconds to pick a picture.