All genuine Microsoft Office software is issued a product key. This key is entered during the installation process to activate your software. If you purchase the software in a store, the product key is provided with the software. If your version of Office is pre-installed on a new computer, it is listed on a sticker on the bottom of your computer. If you do not have your product key and need to re-install your Office suite, you can use free software to find your product key.
Magical Jelly Bean Software
Step 1
Go to the Magical Jelly Bean software website (see "Resources"). Click the link to download the KeyFinder software. Click "Run" to download the installation file.
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Step 2
Click "Run" to start the installation process. Click "Allow" if prompted for permission. Click "Next."
Step 3
Accept the terms of service. Click "Next." Choose a save location. Click "Next."
Step 4
Check the boxes if want to create desktop or quick launch icons. Click "Next."
Step 5
Choose whether to install Uniblue RegistryBooster. Click "Next." Check the box to launch KeyFinder on exit. Click "Finish."
Step 6
Click your version of Microsoft Office in the left navigation pane. The product key displays in the right reading pane.
Product Key Finder
Step 1
Go to the CNET website and download Product Key Finder (see "Resources"). Click the "Download Now" button to download the installation file. Click "Run."
Step 2
Click "Run" to start the installation. A box pops up that shows your Office product key.
Step 3
Choose an option to "Save" or "Quit."
Keyfinder Pro
Step 1
Go to the Gearbox Computers website (see "Resources"). Click the link to "Download Now." Select "Run" to download the installation files.
Step 2
Click "Run" to being installation. A box appears that shows your Microsoft Office product key.
Step 3
Choose whether to "Save," "Print" or "Exit."