FAQs
Can I get Microsoft 365 for free?
Yes, Microsoft 365 has a free version for all of its separate apps. However, you can only use these apps on your web browser and they have limited functionalities compared to the paid versions. You can’t download them to use natively on your computer. You can log in with your Microsoft account to try the free versions of the apps before buying. Microsoft 365 also offers a 1-month free trial for its full suite, but you have to remember to cancel your subscription before the month ends or it will charge you.
Is there a Microsoft education discount?
Yes, Microsoft has an education and military discount that applies to select products. Also, college students can subscribe to the Microsoft 365 Personal for $2.99 a month. Students and teachers from eligible institutions can qualify for a free Office 365 Education subscription, which also includes classroom tools and apps not necessarily included in the standard subscription.
How do I contact Microsoft customer service?
Microsoft has a Contact Us page that will direct you to the proper support depending on what you need. For example, global support numbers for Microsoft software are listed on a separate page. The United States Customer Service number is +1 (800) 642 7676.
Hints and Tips
Browse Microsoft deals for the latest discounts: Microsoft has a Deals tab highlighted in its menu bar at the top of its homepage, which leads to a page promoting current sales and discounted items. It also leads to separate pages for specific categories like Surface or Xbox deals. Prices drop for seasonal events like back to school and holiday promotions, so it’s best to check if something you’re looking for is already on sale. There’s always something featured as a deal, even if it’s not a special occasion!
Shop the Xbox deals section: Microsoft has layers of pages for its different products. The Xbox deals page isn’t sitting in the open at the top of the website, but it exists. There you can find Xbox Series X|S bundles, discounted games and accessories, refurbished consoles, and more information about the latest Xbox products.
Use the Microsoft education and military discount: Microsoft offers students, teachers, and parents a 5 to 10% discount on select items from the Microsoft Store. Active, former, and retired military personnel qualify for the same discount. The education and military discount offers up to 10% off eligible computers and accessories, 5% off Surface Go and free Office 365. You’ll have to be signed in to see and use the discount. Microsoft notes that, while you can’t stack the discount with other promotions, it will automatically apply the best deal out of the two to your cart.
How to use Microsoft promo codes
1. Copy your Microsoft promo code to your clipboard.
2. Click the cart icon in the upper right corner of the Microsoft website. Once you confirm all your items are correctly added, click the Checkout button in the “Order summary” box.
3. During checkout, Microsoft will prompt you for your information one step at a time. Fill in your Shipping details first so that you can move on to Payment.
4. The Payment section has an “Add a promo code” dropdown, but it won’t let you apply one until you fill in your payment information. Choose to pay with a credit or debit card, eWallet, or flexible payments and fill in the relevant information.
5. Click the downward arrow next to “Add a promo code” to open the dropdown. Paste the promo code in the “Enter code” field and click “Apply code.”
How we source coupon codes
Whether it's through our affiliate networks, the depths of the world wide web, or our connections with big name brands, here at TechRadar we use every tool at our disposal to source the latest codes. Our coupons team updates each of our pages multiple times a week with the most recent deals, including exclusive coupons negotiated by our Commercial team. We also include the latest sales info directly from retailers to offer the most up-to-date discounts around.
How we test coupon codes
Each coupon you find on TechRadar has been tested before being uploaded by our dedicated Deals & Offers teams. You’ll see a range of offers, from free shipping to student discounts, with savings available on all kinds of products & services. To make sure every coupon is ready to use, we don’t list any user-specific or one-time codes.
We also include all relevant information about coupons, such as expiry dates and any terms & conditions, near the ‘Get Code’ button. You can see the details for an individual offer by clicking on the ‘Terms & Conditions’ text below the code and expanding the code area.
What to do if a coupon code doesn’t work
Although we do our best to ensure all listed codes are tried & tested, sometimes coupons expire or terms & conditions are changed before we can update pages. Our team works hard to make sure our coupons are active and work as intended, and should you encounter an issue when using one, we’ll work just as hard to help.
The best place to start is by checking the requirements. Click “View terms and conditions” to expand the code section and see any guidance on your chosen coupon. For example, you may need to meet a minimum spend, add other items to your basket to qualify for a multibuy offer, or confirm that your chosen code applies to the items in your basket (i.e. 10% off laptops).
If you’re still having issues using your code, you can email our customer service team on coupons.techradar@futurenet.com. Include as many details as possible - such as which code you used and which coupon page it’s listed on so our team can address your issue as fast as possible.
How we make money
When it comes to coupons, TechRadar earns money via a commission-based model. For every brand we have a coupon page for, we’ve negotiated a deal that means we earn a percentage of total basket value in commission back from every order.
Using this model means we can offer our coupons to our customers free of charge. You won’t pay any fees to add your chosen coupon to your basket - you’ll simply pay the final order total once your discount has been applied.
If you want to find out more about TechRadar’s coupons pages, you can visit our dedicated page on How We Source Coupon Codes and How to Use Them for more information.
