When you encounter the expiration notice, Microsoft Office will typically enter "Reduced Functionality Mode." You can view documents, but you cannot edit or save new content. The most common mistake at this stage is attempting to re-enter a product key or run OSPP.VBS (Office Software Protection Platform script) to rearm the license. The preview license is hard-coded into the build; no valid key will unlock it because the binary itself has reached its End of Life (EOL).
The following sections detail how to resolve this expiration. 1. Update the Product Key When you encounter the expiration notice, Microsoft Office
, search for "Microsoft Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021 Preview," and select Deep Clean (Recommended) Microsoft Support and Recovery Assistant (SaRA) to ensure all registry entries and system files are wiped. The following sections detail how to resolve this expiration
This specific error does not mean your computer is broken, nor does it signal a virus. Instead, it indicates that you are running a of Microsoft Office, and its grace period has ended. This specific error does not mean your computer