If you see this error when you install Microsoft 365, restarting your device might fix the problem. If that doesn’t work, use the easy fix tool to completely remove Office from your device, and then restart the install.
Uninstall and reinstall Office
Use the uninstall troubleshooter to uninstall Microsoft 365, Office 2021, Office 2019, or Office 2016 from your Windows PC.
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Select the button below to start the uninstall troubleshooter.
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Click Open if you get a pop-up window indicating This site is trying to open Get Help.
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Follow the prompts on the remaining screens and when prompted, restart your computer.
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Select the steps for the version of Office you want to install or reinstall.
Microsoft 365 | Office 2024 | Office 2021 | Office 2019 | Office 2016
Important:
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The uninstall troubleshooter currently can't uninstall Office 2024.
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Run the troubleshooter on the same Windows PC with the Microsoft 365 or Office product you want to uninstall.
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You need to be on Windows 10 or higher to run the troubleshooter.
Tip: If the Microsoft 365 uninstall troubleshooter doesn't completely uninstall Microsoft 365 or Office from your PC, you can try to manually uninstall Office.
