Microsoft has announced that support for all Office 2016 and 2019 suites, standalone apps, and servers will end on October 14, 2025. This means that products like Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and others will no longer receive security fixes, bug fixes, or technical support after this date. Continuing to use these products post-support can pose security risks and impact productivity. It is recommended to start upgrading to supported versions as soon as possible.
To assist with the transition, Microsoft has provided specific guidance for each product reaching end of support. Experts have published detailed information to help users plan their move to supported configurations. Additionally, a quick overview of recommendations and fallback options for Office, Exchange Server, Visio, Project, and Skype for Business versions approaching end of support is available for reference.
For those needing hands-on assistance with migration to the cloud, Microsoft offers FastTrack, a support service, and users can also reach out to sales specialists to explore how Microsoft 365 and other cloud solutions can benefit their organization.
It’s crucial for organizations using Office 2016 and 2019 products to prepare for the end of support to ensure security, compliance, and productivity are not compromised. Microsoft’s proactive approach in providing guidance and support aims to facilitate a smooth transition to supported versions before the end of support date.
