| Status Message | Meaning | |----------------|---------| | | Normal, full functionality | | Unlicensed Product | Activation failed or product key invalid | | Non-genuine | Possibly counterfeit software | | Grace Period Expired | Temporary activation expired (usually 30 days) | | Subscription Expired | Microsoft 365 plan needs renewal | | Activation Error Code (e.g., 0xC004F074) | KMS host unreachable or network issue |
slmgr /dli
cscript "C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office16\ospp.vbs" /dstatus microsoft office license check
Navigate to the Office installation folder. Copy and paste the command below (based on your Office installation) and press :
cscript ospp.vbs /act cscript ospp.vbs /dstatusall | Status Message | Meaning | |----------------|---------| |
The easiest method for most users is to look directly inside an Office app like Word or Excel.
Checking your Microsoft Office license is crucial for several reasons: You do not need to open Office to do this
This is the best method if you want to know the (Retail, Volume License, OEM, or Subscription). You do not need to open Office to do this.
For Office KMS activation: