Step 1 — Select Your Version
Before purchasing, select:
Project Professional 2016
or
Project Professional 2019
or
Project Professional 2021
or
Project Professional 2024
Make sure you select the correct version because product keys are version-specific.
Step 2 — Follow Your Provided Download Instructions
After purchase, use the installation instructions supplied with your order.
Where applicable, Microsoft Project can be installed through Microsoft's official account and installation services.
Do not use unknown or modified third-party installers.
Step 3 — Install Microsoft Project
Run the Microsoft installer and complete the installation process.
Administrator privileges may be required.
Step 4 — Open Microsoft Project
After installation, launch:
Microsoft Project
from the Windows Start menu.
Step 5 — Activate
Follow the activation method provided for your specific license type.
Depending on the license channel, activation may involve:
✅ Microsoft Account Sign-In
or
✅ Entering Your 25-Character Product Key
Your key will look similar to:
XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX
Do not share your product key publicly.
Step 6 — Verify Activation
Open Microsoft Project.
Go to:
File → Account
Check the Product Information section.
Your installed Microsoft Project edition should show as activated when the activation has completed successfully.