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Refer to the following article by Mytour to learn more about various methods of using MS Word for free. Below are some ways to use Microsoft Word for free without any cost:
Ways to Use Microsoft Word for Free, Without Spending a Penny
Method 1. Using Microsoft Word Online.
Method 2. Utilizing Word Mobile.
Method 3. Accessing MS Word for Free on Android and iOS.
Method 4. Office 365 Trial Version.
Method 5. Free Version for Students.
Method 6. Employing Alternative MS Word Applications.
Method 1: Using Microsoft Word Online
Microsoft Word Online is designed similarly to the Microsoft Word application, with the difference being that it's a free version. To use Microsoft Word Online, all you need to do is sign in to your free Microsoft Word account. If you don't have one and don't know how to create a Microsoft account, you can refer to the steps here.
With MS Word Online, you can freely edit documents stored on OneDrive, documents uploaded from your computer, or create a new document.
Word Online automatically saves all changes made by users without the need to press the Save button. Additionally, there are options to allow users to share their documents online, collaborate with other users, embed documents on websites, and download documents in Word, PDF, or ODT format.
Method 2: Using Word Mobile
In addition to using Word Online, another way to use Word for free is to use Word Mobile. The app for mobile platforms works on devices running Windows 10, including Windows 10 Mobile version v15063.0 and above, and Windows 10 version v15063.0 and above.
A small note is that when using Word Mobile on laptops, desktops, or tablets, users can only view documents for free and do not have the options to edit and create documents.
Method 3: Using Microsoft Word for Free on Android and iOS
Microsoft offers a free version of Microsoft Word for Android and iOS platforms. Users can download and install the app directly on their mobile devices and use it.
Download the Word app for your phone here:
If desired, you can pin your documents to the home screen for easy access, share files as links or email attachments, search for and open documents on various storage services including OneDrive, Google Drive, Box, and Dropbox.
Method 4: Office 365 Trial Version
Microsoft allows users to use the Office 365 suite for free for 30 days, providing access to all features. You can take advantage of this opportunity to experience the features before deciding to purchase.
The Office 365 trial version includes all Office applications, including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and Publisher.
Method 5: Free Version for Students
If you're a student or educator, the good news is that you can use Office 365 completely free of charge, without spending any money. Note that you will need to enter your school email address to confirm that you are working in the education sector or a student. Visit Office 365 Education to learn more details.
Method 6: Using Alternatives to MS Word
Google Docs is also one of the best alternatives to MS Word. The online word processing application includes options for users to view and edit Word documents directly in the browser or via the mobile app.
Additionally, there are a variety of other free applications that you can choose to use as alternatives to MS Word, such as LibreOffice, WPS Office, AbiWord, and FreeScript.
Here are some ways to use Microsoft Word for free. Additionally, readers can explore some articles on Mytour to learn more about troubleshooting Word errors, inability to edit, or add new content.
