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Microsoft Office 2016 Professional Plus
A familiar professional productivity suite for documents, spreadsheets, presentations, email and business workflows—without an ongoing subscription.
Standalone perpetual licence
Instant digital delivery
Secure checkout
Free remote support
One purchase. Familiar tools.
Productivity that feels ready from day one
Office 2016 Professional Plus combines the classic desktop applications many organisations know and trust. It can suit established Windows workflows, legacy documents and buyers who prefer a one-time purchase.
Important: Microsoft support for Office 2016 ended on 14 October 2025. The applications may continue to operate, but no longer receive Microsoft security updates. Consider a currently supported edition for security-sensitive work.
Applications commonly included
A complete professional toolkit for everyday work
Move smoothly from writing and data analysis to presentations, email, publishing and database management. Office 2016 Professional Plus places a broad collection of established desktop applications in one familiar suite. Exact availability depends on the licence and installer supplied, so please confirm the final product offer before purchase.
Word
Create polished business documents with advanced formatting, styles, templates, tables, references, headers and footers. Track changes, add comments, compare revisions, protect documents and prepare personalised letters, envelopes and labels with Mail Merge. Ideal for proposals, contracts, reports, manuals, résumés and everyday correspondence.
Excel
Organise, calculate and visualise data with formulas, functions, conditional formatting, tables, charts and PivotTables. Use sorting, filtering, data validation, forecasting and what-if analysis for budgets, inventory, sales reports, financial models and operational dashboards.
PowerPoint
Design persuasive presentations using themes, slide layouts, SmartArt, charts, images, audio, video, transitions and animations. Presenter View, speaker notes and rehearsal tools support sales pitches, training courses, lessons, webinars and executive briefings.
Outlook
Manage email, calendars, contacts, tasks and appointments in one organised workspace. Use folders, categories, rules, search, flags, signatures and meeting invitations to control busy inboxes and coordinate schedules. Provider compatibility depends on current account requirements.
OneNote
Capture notes, meeting minutes, web research, screenshots, drawings, audio references and project ideas in searchable notebooks. Arrange information into sections and pages, tag important items and keep planning and team knowledge structured for quick retrieval.
Access
Build relational desktop databases with tables, relationships, queries, forms, macros and reports. Create solutions for customer records, stock control, memberships, assets and orders, and import or link information from compatible data sources.
Publisher
Create brochures, flyers, newsletters, catalogues, labels, menus, invitations and branded marketing materials. Use master pages, guides, typography, image controls, colour schemes and mail merge to produce consistent print-ready publications.
Skype for Business
Use the included legacy client for messaging, presence, voice, video, screen sharing and meetings in compatible organisational environments. Appropriate services are required, and availability is limited because Microsoft has retired several online services.
Clear licensing
Standalone and perpetual
Pay once for the licensed Office 2016 desktop suite and use it on the eligible device without a recurring subscription fee. “Perpetual” does not mean perpetual Microsoft support or feature updates.
- One-time purchase rather than a Microsoft 365 subscription
- Designed for a compatible Windows PC
- Transfer rights depend on the exact licence type supplied
- No automatic upgrade rights to a later Office release
Confirm before ordering
✓ Number of licensed devices
✓ Activation region and language
✓ Windows compatibility
✓ Licence type and transfer rights
✓ End-of-support implications
Compatibility check
Microsoft Office 2016 Professional Plus system requirements
These are the general historical requirements for Office 2016. Confirm the exact installer, Windows compatibility and your organisation’s policies before ordering.
Operating system
Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 or Windows 10-era editions supported at release. Certain Windows Server editions were also supported. Check modern Windows compatibility before purchase.
Processor
1 GHz or faster x86-bit or x64-bit processor with SSE2. A faster multi-core processor improves responsiveness with large spreadsheets, presentations and multiple open applications.
Memory (RAM)
2 GB RAM for 64-bit or 1 GB for 32-bit as the historical minimum. More memory is recommended for large files, complex workbooks and multitasking.
Storage space
At least 3 GB free for installation, plus additional room for updates, temporary files, Outlook data and documents. An SSD improves application and file-opening speed.
Display
Minimum resolution of 1024 × 768. A Full HD display is recommended for clearer text, side-by-side documents and comfortable use of editing panels.
Graphics
DirectX 10-compatible graphics hardware for acceleration. Advanced visual and video features may require more capable hardware and current display drivers.
Internet and account
Internet is required for download, activation, updates and certain online features. Some connected features require a compatible Microsoft or organisational account.
Additional requirements
Some features may require .NET components, a microphone, speakers, webcam, or compatible Exchange or SharePoint services. These items are not included with Office.
Choose with confidence
Office 2016 vs newer choices
| Feature | Office 2016 Pro Plus | Newer perpetual Office | Microsoft 365 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Payment | One-time | One-time | Subscription |
| Applications | Classic 2016 apps | Newer release apps | Continuously updated |
| Security updates | Ended | During lifecycle | While supported/subscribed |
| Cloud services | Limited/legacy | Varies | Strong integration |
| Best for | Legacy workflows | Current one-time purchase | Always-current users |
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Helpful answers
Frequently asked questions
Is this a subscription?
No. This is presented as a standalone perpetual licence for the eligible device, without recurring Microsoft 365 fees.
How is my order delivered?
Digital fulfilment details are sent electronically after payment verification, subject to the checkout offer.
How many computers can I install it on?
The permitted installations depend on the exact licence supplied. Do not assume one licence covers multiple computers unless the checkout offer clearly says so.
Does the perpetual licence expire?
The licence is intended for continued use under its terms without a recurring subscription. Microsoft support, online services, activation systems and future compatibility are separate and are not guaranteed forever.
Can I install it on a Mac?
No. Office 2016 Professional Plus is a Windows edition.
Is the 32-bit or 64-bit edition better?
32-bit often offers better compatibility with older add-ins. 64-bit can handle very large workbooks and data sets more effectively. Check existing add-ins and macros before choosing.
Can it run beside Microsoft 365?
Mixing overlapping Office suites is generally not recommended. Compatibility depends on the builds and installation technologies; contact support first.
Can I reinstall it after resetting Windows?
Reinstallation and reactivation depend on the licence type, activation history and Microsoft’s activation systems. Keep your order details and contact support before major changes.
Does it include cloud storage?
No Microsoft 365 cloud-storage subscription is automatically included. Compatible cloud services may be used separately, subject to current availability and terms.
Can Office 2016 open newer Office files?
It generally opens standard DOCX, XLSX and PPTX files, but newer features may not display or edit exactly in Office 2016.
Can others open files created in Office 2016?
Yes, when saved in widely supported formats. Use standard Office formats or PDF for reliable sharing; fonts, macros and specialised features can affect compatibility.
Does it include Visio or Project?
No. Visio and Project are separate Microsoft products and are not normally included with Office Professional Plus.
Does it include Access and Publisher?
They are commonly included in Office 2016 Professional Plus for Windows, but exact contents depend on the supplied licence and installer.
Can I change the display language?
Language availability depends on the installer and available Microsoft language accessories. Confirm your required display and proofing language before purchase.
What should I do before installing?
Check Windows compatibility, back up important files, remove conflicting Office installations where necessary, close running applications and ensure administrator access is available.
Why might activation fail?
Possible causes include an incorrect edition, conflicting installation, region or device restriction, network problem, exceeded activation rights or major hardware changes.
Do you provide installation support?
Yes. Software Mart Australia offers professional assistance, including free remote support when required and agreed.
Are refunds available for digital software?
Eligibility depends on the store’s published terms, whether delivery or activation occurred and applicable consumer law. Review the current refund policy before purchase.
Is Office 2016 still supported?
Microsoft support ended on 14 October 2025. It may continue to run, but no longer receives Microsoft security updates.
Is Office 2016 suitable for security-sensitive work?
A currently supported Office release or Microsoft 365 is generally safer for regulated, security-sensitive or internet-facing environments.
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Office 2016 with 5 licences
Not easy, not fluid. Needed to engage the online person to assist, which resulted in another download. Currently, brother in law has not been able to install and I have to burn a DVD to transport to him the secondary download package (authentic licence distribution for him) Could have/should have, been more fluid... Haven't loaded Office 2016 onto the other machines in my family group.
