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The short answer
The cheapest legit way to get Microsoft 365 is free.
At a glance
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Key point 1 of 5
Personal, Family and Premium include Copilot.
Key point 2 of 5
Microsoft says students and educators with an eligible education email address can get Office 365 A1 for free.
Key point 3 of 5
Sign in at microsoft365.com with a free Microsoft account and you can use Word, Excel and PowerPoint in your browser at no cost.
Key point 4 of 5
Microsoft offers college students 50% off Microsoft 365 Personal, which is $4.99 a month instead of $9.99.
Key point 5 of 5
Family costs $129.99 a year for up to six people.
Quick tip
Some schools pay for plans that include the full desktop apps. Ask your school’s IT help desk what your account includes before you pay for anything.
Watch out
Be careful with very cheap “lifetime” Microsoft 365 or Office keys from marketplace sellers. Microsoft 365 is a subscription.
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Can I get Microsoft 365 for free? Yes.
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