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Fixing Microsoft Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021 Preview Has Expired
Introduction
Microsoft Office LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel) Professional Plus 2021 is a version of Microsoft Office that is designed for organizations that require a stable and predictable platform. However, users of the preview version of Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021 may encounter an issue where the software displays a "preview has expired" message. This paper provides a step-by-step guide on how to fix this issue.
Understanding the Issue
The "preview has expired" message is a common issue faced by users of the preview version of Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021. This message is displayed because the preview version of the software has a limited lifespan and is only valid for a certain period. Once the preview period expires, the software will no longer function, and users will need to activate a licensed version or upgrade to a newer version.
Solution 1: Activate a Licensed Version
To fix the "preview has expired" issue, users can activate a licensed version of Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021. Here's how:
Solution 2: Convert to a Permanent License
If you have a valid license for Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021, but the preview version has expired, you can convert the preview version to a permanent license. Here's how:
Solution 3: Uninstall and Reinstall
If the above solutions do not work, users can try uninstalling and reinstalling Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021. Here's how: Ensure that your system's date and time settings
Conclusion
The "preview has expired" issue in Microsoft Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021 can be fixed by activating a licensed version, converting to a permanent license, or uninstalling and reinstalling the software. By following the steps outlined in this paper, users can resolve the issue and continue using Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021.
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If your Microsoft Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021 Preview has expired, it is because the preview period for that specific version has ended. Since LTSC (Long Term Service Channel) is a perpetual license meant for stability, the fix involves moving from the temporary preview license to a full, permanent license. 1. Purchase a Valid License
The preview version is not designed to be "unlocked" indefinitely; you must obtain a full license.
Option A: Perpetual License. Buy a one-time purchase of Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021 for a permanent, non-subscription version. Key actions the feature would perform:
Option B: Microsoft 365. Subscribe to Microsoft 365 to get the latest features and cloud services. 2. Clean Uninstall of the Preview Version
To avoid activation conflicts, completely remove the expired preview software.
Go to Settings > Apps > Installed Apps (or Programs and Features in Control Panel).
Locate Microsoft Office LTSC Professional Plus 2021 Preview. Select Uninstall and follow the prompts.
Restart your computer to ensure all background processes are cleared. 3. Install the Full Version
Use the Office Deployment Tool (ODT) to install the licensed version. Update Office LTSC 2021 - Microsoft Learn
This may re‑enable Office for a short grace period but does not convert preview to full version. Suitable only for data recovery before uninstalling. Why it helps:
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