Microsoft will end support for Office 2021 on Oct. 13, 2026, leaving the productivity suite without technical support, bug fixes or security updates.
Windows Latest reported that Microsoft revised its documentation to confirm the Office 2021 end-of-life date. The software will still run after support ends.
Microsoft warned that users will no longer receive security updates for vulnerabilities found in Office 2021. The company said those updates help protect computers from viruses, spyware and other malicious software.
The company also said it will stop providing software updates for Office 2021. Phone and chat technical support will no longer be available after the deadline.
Microsoft said it will also stop updating support content. Most online help resources for Office 2021 will be retired after the end-of-support date.
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The update affects users who bought Office 2021 as a one-time purchase rather than a subscription. Microsoft suggested that users consider Microsoft 365, upgrade to Office 2024 or look at other office suite options.
