Office stores activation data in a hidden file. If this file becomes corrupted, Office will incorrectly report “Activation Failed.” The solution is to delete it and force Office to reactivate.
Corrupted installation files can prevent the activation wizard from running correctly. Office stores activation data in a hidden file
Resolving the activation error in Office 2013 usually requires resetting the licensing state via the Command Prompt (Method 3) or performing an Online Repair (Method 2). If these methods fail, it is highly recommended to consider upgrading to a newer supported version of Microsoft Office or Microsoft 365, as Office 2013 poses a security risk due to its end-of-support status. Resolving the activation error in Office 2013 usually
Microsoft ended support for Office 2013 on April 11, 2023. While the software will continue to function, it is no longer receiving security updates or technical support from Microsoft. Activation servers, however, remain active for valid license holders. While the software will continue to function, it
Type the following command exactly (depending on your Office installation type) and press Enter: