Choose "Microsoft 365 apps" to download the .pkg installer file for macOS.

While the full desktop software usually requires a subscription (Microsoft 365) or a one-time purchase (Office 2024), there are legitimate ways to use it for free: Download Microsoft Office 365 for Windows and Mac

Go to microsoft365.com or office.com and sign in with your Microsoft account.

Open the on your Mac and search for "Microsoft 365" or individual apps like "Microsoft Word" . Click "Get" or the download icon to install them directly.

Locate the "Install apps" button on the home page dashboard.

To download Microsoft Office for Mac, the most reliable and direct source is the official Microsoft 365 download page . You can also download the individual apps directly from the Apple App Store . Official Download Methods

Open the downloaded file from your Downloads folder and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Via the Mac App Store

Note: Apps downloaded from the App Store are updated through the App Store itself rather than Microsoft’s AutoUpdate tool. Ways to Use Microsoft Office for Free