Microsoft Office 2024 LTSC Released — Everything You Need to Know

Published October 1, 2024

Microsoft has officially released Office 2024 LTSC (Long-Term Servicing Channel), the latest perpetual version of its flagship productivity suite. This release marks a significant milestone for users who prefer to buy their software once rather than subscribe to Microsoft 365.

What Is Office 2024 LTSC?

Office 2024 LTSC is the one-time purchase version of Microsoft Office. Unlike Microsoft 365's subscription model ($99.99/year), Office 2024 is available for a single payment with no recurring fees. You own the license permanently and can use the software for as long as you want.

The LTSC designation means "Long-Term Servicing Channel," indicating that this version receives security updates but not feature updates. The feature set is locked at release, providing stability for users who prefer their software to remain consistent over time.

Key Features in Office 2024

Office 2024 includes all features that rolled out to Microsoft 365 subscribers between October 2021 and mid-2024. The most notable additions include dynamic arrays and 14 new functions in Excel, Cameo and Recording Studio in PowerPoint, improved co-authoring and accessibility in Word, modernized Outlook interface with faster search, and enhanced security with default macro blocking.

Editions Available

Office 2024 LTSC is available in several editions. Professional Plus is the most complete edition, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, OneNote, Publisher, and Teams. Standard edition is a subset without Access, Publisher, and some advanced features. Home editions provide Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote for consumer use.

System Requirements

Office 2024 requires Windows 10 (version 2004 or later) or Windows 11, with at least 4GB of RAM and 4GB of disk space. Notably, Windows 8.1 and earlier are not supported — users on older Windows versions will need to upgrade their operating system first.

Support Lifecycle

Microsoft provides 5 years of mainstream support for Office 2024 LTSC, through October 2029. During this period, monthly security updates will be released. After mainstream support ends, the software continues to function but won't receive new security patches.

Pricing and Availability

Microsoft's retail pricing for Office 2024 Professional Plus starts at $439. However, authorized resellers offer significantly better pricing. We're offering Office 2024 Professional Plus product keys for just $29 for a 3-device license — that's 93% off retail with instant digital delivery. This makes Office 2024 accessible to virtually any budget.

Should You Upgrade?

If you're using Office 2021 or earlier, upgrading to Office 2024 is highly recommended. The new features, security improvements, and extended support make it worthwhile — especially at our $29 price point. If you're currently on Microsoft 365 and considering switching to a one-time purchase, Office 2024 provides a cost-effective escape from subscription fees.