How to Download, Install, and Activate Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 Standard

Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 Standard is designed for organizations that need essential Office apps with long-term stability and a one-time purchase model. It includes the classic desktop versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, making it ideal for everyday productivity without the ongoing costs of a Microsoft 365 subscription. Built for business environments, it offers dependable performance and security updates — with no feature changes over time.

System Requirements for Installing Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 Standard on Windows

Note: Office LTSC 2024 Standard is not compatible with macOS.

✅ What You Need

Uninstall Previous Versions

Steps:

1. Open “Control Panel”
2. Go to “Programs and Features”
3. Right-click on any existing Microsoft Office version and select “Uninstall”
4. Restart your PC after completion

Note: The process may take several minutes, depending on your computer’s configuration.

How to Install Microsoft Office LTSC 2024 Standard

Step 1: Download the Office Deployment Tool (ODT)

1. Visit the ODT download page
2. Click Download.
3. Create a new folder in your C: drive called Office2024Setup (e.g., C:\Office2024Setup).
4. Then, run the downloaded file and select that folder as the destination when asked where to extract the files.

✅ You should see: setup.exe and sample XML files
❌ You may not see an EULA.txt file — that’s normal.

Step 2: Create a Configuration File

1. Open Notepad
2. Paste the configuration below (replace with your key):

<Configuration>
  <Add OfficeClientEdition="64" Channel="PerpetualVL2024">
    <Product ID="Standard2024Volume" PIDKEY="XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX">
      <Language ID="en-us" />
    </Product>
  </Add>
  <RemoveMSI />
  <Display Level="None" AcceptEULA="TRUE" />
  <Property Name="AUTOACTIVATE" Value="1" />
</Configuration>

• Save as: configuration.xml
• Save as type: All Files | Encoding: UTF-8

Step 3: Run the Installer

1. Open Command Prompt as Administrator
2. In the Command Prompt window, run the command below to go to the folder where you saved the setup files
   

   cd C:\Office2024Setup

   ⚠️ Note: If you saved the setup files in a different folder (e.g., Downloads or Desktop), replace the path accordingly.
3. Still in the Command Prompt, start the installer by typing this command:
   

   setup.exe /configure configuration.xml

   ⚠️ Note: This command must be run inside Command Prompt and only works when you're in the correct folder where both setup.exe and configuration.xml are located.

⚠️ Note: You won’t see a typical installer window. It may look like nothing is happening — but Office is downloading and installing silently in the background.

✅ Installation is complete when:

• The command prompt returns to a blinking cursor
• Office apps appear in the Start Menu
• You can launch Word, Excel, etc.

Step 4: Activate by Telephone

1. Launch any Office app
2. Follow the activation wizard
3. Choose “I want to activate the software by telephone”
4. Call the number shown and follow the voice prompts
5. Enter the Confirmation ID provided

✅ Activation is complete — no Microsoft account required.

Quick Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I activate this with a Microsoft account?

No. Office LTSC 2024 Standard is volume-licensed and uses key-based or telephone activation.

2. Is it a lifetime purchase?

Yes. It's a one-time purchase and doesn’t expire. However, it's licensed to a single device.

3. Is it Mac compatible?

No. It’s strictly for Windows 10 and 11 users.

4. What’s different from the Professional Plus version?

Standard includes fewer apps (e.g., no Access or Skype for Business). It’s meant for standard business use.

5. What does LTSC mean?

Long-Term Servicing Channel – meant for users who prefer stability and no feature updates over time.

6. Can I install it on multiple devices?

No, unless stated in your volume license agreement. Standard keys are typically for one PC.

7. Do I need internet after installation?

Only for initial setup and activation. After that, Office works fully offline.

If you haven’t purchased a Product Key yet, get it here.