How to Download, Install and Activate Office 2021 Pro Plus for Windows โ€“ Bind to Account Guide

If youโ€™re wondering how to download, install and activate Office 2021 Pro Plus for Windows, this guide walks you through the entire process. With Microsoftโ€™s โ€œBind to Accountโ€ system, your license is permanently linked to your Microsoft account, so you can reinstall or move devices easily in the future.

Quick Summary

  • Step-by-step instructions for downloading Office 2021 Pro Plus
  • How to install on Windows without errors
  • Activating the Office by binding itย to your Microsoft account
  • Solutions for common activation problems
  • Easy access to additional support via email, WhatsApp or Click to Start a Chat

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How to Download, Install and Activate Office 2021 Pro Plus for Windows โ€“ Bind to Account

Step 1: Sign In to Your Microsoft Account

Before you begin, make sure you have a Microsoft account. This is where your license will be stored and activated.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Need an account? Create one here: https://account.microsoft.com/account

Step 2: How to Redeem Office 2021 Pro Plus

๐Ÿ›’ Still need a license?

โœ… Order 2021 Pro Plus โ€“ Bind to Account

Once your order is complete, youโ€™ll receive a product key via email.

๐Ÿงพ To redeem:

  1. Go to https://setup.office.com
  2. Sign in with your Microsoft account
  3. Enter your activation key
  4. Follow the steps to bind the license to your account

Youโ€™ll find Office listed under โ€œServices & Subscriptionsโ€ after successful redemption.

Step 3: How to Download Office 2021 Pro Plus Windows

  1. Go to: https://account.microsoft.com/services
  2. Log in using the Microsoft account you used during redemption
  3. Find Office 2021 Pro Plus
  4. Click Install and download the Windows installer (.exe)

Step 4: How to Install Office 2021 Pro Plus

  1. Run the downloaded .exe installer
  2. The Office installer will launch โ€” follow the prompts
  3. Office will install automatically (usually in C:\Program Files\...)
  4. Installation typically takes 5โ€“10 minutes depending on your system

After installation, youโ€™ll find the Office apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) in your Start Menu.

Step 5: How to Activate Office 2021 Pro Plus (Bind to Account)

Open any Office app for the first time (e.g., Word or Excel):

  1. Sign in with your Microsoft account
  2. Office will automatically detect and activate your license

You should see a message like: โ€œProduct Activated โ€“ Licensed to your@email.comโ€

๐ŸŽ‰ You’re now fully set up and ready to use Office 2021 Pro Plus!

Troubleshooting Activation Issues

โŒ โ€œProduct Not Foundโ€ or activation failed

  • Solution: Confirm youโ€™re signed in with the correct Microsoft account.

โŒ Office shows as unlicensed

  • Solution: Go to File โ†’ Account โ†’ Sign Out, then sign back in with the correct account.
  • Or visit account.microsoft.com/services to confirm the license is active.

โŒ Installation failed or stuck

๐Ÿ’ฌ Still having problems?

Our support team is available 24/7 โ€” reach out any time:

Final Notes: Secure Your License

Because your Office license is bound to your Microsoft account, we recommend:

  • Use a strong password
  • Turn on two-factor authentication
  • Keeping your Microsoft credentials securely backed up