Office supports managed distribution, which allows your Mobile Device Management (MDM) server to install Office even when the user does not have an Apple ID. For example, Jamf Pro is compatible with these programs and can be used to deploy Office apps. You need an enterprise mobility management (EMM) tool that supports either Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager.

How do I deploy Office apps from the Mac App Store to devices in my organization?

For more information, see Microsoft Office activation and the Mac App Store. Attempts to use a perpetual license with Mac App Store apps will cause the apps to enter reduced functionality mode. The Volume License (VL) Serializer is not compatible with these apps. Perpetual licenses, such as Office LTSC for Mac 2021 or Office 2019, are not supported with Office apps available from the Mac App Store. Can I use apps from the Mac App Store with my volume license? For more information, see Microsoft 365 plans for businesses, Microsoft 365 plans for enterprises, and Office 365 plans for enterprises. For example, the Office 365 E1 and Microsoft 365 Business Basic plans. Some Microsoft 365 (and Office 365) subscriptions don't include access to downloadable Office apps. All apps are compatible with Microsoft 365 (and Office 365) subscription plans, such as Microsoft 365 E3, Microsoft 365 Business Premium, or Office 365 E5. OneNote and OneDrive do not require a subscription, but some premium features may require a subscription. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook require a Microsoft 365 (or Office 365) subscription to activate. The Office apps available from the Mac App Store provide the latest Current Channel version of Office for Mac. What version of Office is available from the Mac App Store? * These apps were also available from the Mac App Store in previous years.

Starting in January 2019, the following Office applications are available for download from the Mac App Store: This article is for IT administrators and discusses frequently asked questions about the availability of Office from the Mac App Store, and the differences between downloading and distributing Office apps directly from Microsoft.

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