How to Find and Use Your Microsoft Office 2013 Product Key

Part 2. How to Activate Office 2013 Using the Product Key

Activating Office 2013 via the product key process is very quick. Once you do it, you can enjoy all activities in your copy and have peace of mind that your copy is genuine.

Step-by-Step Activation Guide

01of 04Open Word, Excel, or any Office app. When the activation window pops up, click “Activate.”

02of 04Type in your 25-character product key exactly as shown. Follow the prompts—The Office will guide you through the rest.

03of 04Suppose you encounter any issues with online activation. Select the "Activate by phone" option and follow the automated instructions.

04of 04After completing the previous step, relaunch the Office to access all its features.

2.1 Online vs Offline Activation

Depending on your internet access or setup, you can activate Office 2013 in two ways. Below is a quick comparison between online and offline activation options.

2.2 Troubleshooting Activation Errors

• Ensure that this key is for installing in the correct Office version.
• Ensure you have stable internet connectivity.
• In case of problems, attempt to repair the Office using the Control Panel.

Part 3. How to Activate Microsoft Office Without a Product Key

Whether you have already activated it or not, you can use Office 2013 with the free trial version or a valid Office 365 login. However, this will limit your functionality and usage to the free trial version of the software, and may also raise some legal issues.

• Using Office 365 Subscription: Users can bypass key entry by logging in with an Office 365 account that also grants access to Office 2013.
• Trial Versions: Microsoft offered free trial versions that didn’t need a Microsoft Office 2013 key for a limited time.
• Risks of Non-Activation: The deactivated Office is limited in functional terms, cannot be updated, and can constantly show the messages of the need to activate. It can also be against the terms of Microsoft's license.

3.1 What to Do If Your Product Key Doesn’t Work?

In case the Office 2013 product key fails to work, it is probably an ordinary fact which could be resolved with the help of an appropriate method.

• Key already used: The key has been used on another computer. It will not be able to work back to it until you deactivate it on the other computer.
• Entered Incorrectly: The key may be blocked when a wrong typing or omitting characters of the key is entered.
• Wrong version or edition: Any key that is generated to unlock the software on a different Office version (e.g., Home instead of Professional) will not work.
• Geographic lockout: There is a region blocking specific keys, and they will not work outside the target country/region.

3.2 Fixing Activation Errors

In case of activation failure, a small set of quick checks and settings should correct the mistakes.

• Double-check the key’s spelling: Confirm that all characters are typed as they appear, with dashes where required.
• Reinstall Office: File corruption or misconfiguration that interferes with activation can be fixed with a new installation.
• Use the correct Office version that matches your key: Make sure that the variant of Office your Office copy is, e.g., Home, Pro, or Student, is the same as the upgrade versions of your Microsoft 2013 license key.
• Contacting Microsoft Support: If there is no miraculous solution. You can visit support.microsoft.com or contact Microsoft Support regarding product key issues.

Part 4. Bonus Tip: Unlock PDF Files Using Dr. Fone - DocPassRemover

After activating your Office 2013 product key to access Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, you may encounter locked files, including encrypted PDFs and restricted Word documents. These interruptions in your workflow could be quite an irritation, especially if you are trying to get your work done.

Dr.Fone - DocPassRemover is a powerful desktop-based tool designed to remove such restrictions safely. It works without uploading your files to the internet and supports unlocking PDF, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files within seconds. The tool helps bypass both open passwords and editing limitations, giving you full access to documents you rely on every day.

It is the perfect companion to your Office 2013 setup, offering peace of mind and complete control when handling protected or restricted files.

How It Helps

• Unlocks view-only or restricted files in seconds, once you input a known password.
• When it removes restrictions, it allows you to edit the documents freely, fill in the forms, print them or make copies of the contents.
• Does not use the internet; it works offline, no data is sent over the internet, and there are no privacy concerns.

Key Features:

• Open file restrictions
• Full permission unlocking (edit, print, copy, sign)
• Works with PDF, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• No upload, local and secure
• Unlimited file decryption
• Easy, intuitive interface

Follow these quick steps to remove PDF or document restrictions without hassle:

01of 05Open Dr.Fone – DocPassRemover

Begin by opening the Dr.Fone - DocPassRemover software on your computer. You can be sure to have the latest version, which includes all the new functions.

02of 05Upload the locked PDF and choose "Remove Password Settings."

Select a file to unlock by clicking 'Upload PDF File' and choosing the desired file. Then, select the option to disable the password settings.

03of 05Enter the open password

Write the password that you are using to open the PDF.

04of 05Enter the permission password (if needed)

In case there are restrictions in the file (edit, print, etc.), use the appropriate code.

05of 05PDF is now unlocked

The document is now accessible in all aspects and no longer has any passwords or editing, duplicating, or printing blocks.

Part 5. Conclusion

You can be sure of a seamless experience by activating the Microsoft Office 2013 online with a valid Office 2013 activation key. It includes all features, reliable updates, and overall ease of use, regardless of whether you are using it for a personal project or at work. It is essential to familiarise yourself with your product key.

And in case you have locked PDF or Office files, Dr.Fone DocPassRemover provides an offline solution. To ensure complete access to your files- no internet uploads required and nothing to lose. It is best to activate your tool to make the best of it, and for that, it is best to use trusted software to disable unnecessary restraints.

Part 6. FAQs