Would you like to transfer your Office 2024 license to a new Windows 11 PC? This is no problem with a valid retail license. In this step-by-step guide, we show you how to safely transfer Microsoft Office 2024 Professional Plus from an old computer to a new one.

Can I transfer Office 2024 to another PC?

This depends on the license type:

  • ✅ Retail licenseYes, transferable to a new device.

  • ❌ OEM or volume licensePermanently bound to the original device, non-transferable.

Tip: If you do not yet have a transferable license, get the Microsoft Office 2024 Professional Plus license for 3 devices - Ideal for household or office use.

Instructions: Transfer Office 2024 Pro Plus to a new PC

1. Check license type

  • Press Windows + R, enter cmd and press Enter.

  • Enter: slmgr -dli

  • If it says „Retail“, the license is transferable.

2. Deactivate Office on the old device

3. Uninstall Office

  • Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall a program

  • Select and remove Microsoft Office 2024 Pro Plus

4. Install Office on new Windows 11 PC

  • Download the setup file via your Microsoft account

  • Alternative: Use an ISO installation medium

  • If required: Here you will also find Windows 11 Professional for your new device

5. Activate Office 2024

  • Open Word or Excel

  • Click on „Activate Office“

  • Sign in with Microsoft account or enter product key

Common problems and solutions

Problem Solution
Activation fails Check Microsoft account, contact support if necessary
Office does not start Use the repair function: Control Panel > Programs > Repair
Uninstallation fails Microsoft Uninstall Tool use

Best Practices

  • ✅ Have license data and Microsoft account ready

  • ✅ Uninstall Office in advance

  • ✅ Always download from official sources

  • ✅ Upgrade if required: Windows 11 Pro + Office 2024 Bundle

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

💡 Can I transfer Office 2024 to a new PC?

Yes, provided you have a Retail license own. OEM or volume licenses are not transferable.

💡 How do I install Office 2024 on a new Windows 11 device?

Download the installation file from your Microsoft account or use an ISO image. Then simply activate with your license.

💡 How does the installation from an ISO file work?

  • Right-click on the ISO file → „Deploy“

  • setup.exe execute

  • Sign in with a Microsoft account

Office 2024 + Windows 11 - The perfect move

The best way to transfer your license is with a retail version of Office 2024 Pro Plus. If you also need a new operating system Windows 11 Professional ideal - safe, fast and powerful.

👉 Now conveniently combine with the Office 2024 Professional Plus license package for 3 devices - perfect for private users, families or small teams.