Buy Microsoft Office 2013 – Licenses for Legacy Systems & Special Requirements

Microsoft Office 2013 is no longer officially supported by Microsoft—support was discontinued in 2023. Nevertheless, there is still a clearly defined target audience that requires an Office 2013 license: companies with existing infrastructure, IT service providers that maintain existing systems, and organizations where specific software versions are mandated for technical or organizational reasons. At Lizenzindustrie, you can purchase Office 2013 as a verified license—delivered immediately via email at an affordable price.

Important Note: Since Microsoft no longer provides security updates for Office 2013, we recommend using it exclusively in secure or isolated environments. For new installations and systems used in production, we recommend at least Office 2019 or Office 2021.

For whom is Office 2013 still relevant today?

Demand for Office 2013 licenses today comes almost exclusively from the professional and corporate sectors. The most common use cases are clearly defined.

Many companies operate IT infrastructures in which the software used must remain stable over long periods of time. Upgrading to a newer version of Office is often not readily possible in such environments—whether because other software components are designed to work with Office 2013 or because internal approval processes and testing for a new version take time. In these cases, a replacement or extension license for Office 2013 is the only sensible option.

Similarly, IT service providers and system integrators occasionally need Office 2013 licenses for maintaining or reinstalling existing customer systems. Anyone who needs to restore an existing system to the same state it was in previously requires exactly the version that was installed before—and not a newer one.

In addition, there are educational institutions, government agencies, and organizations where software versions are fixed for the long term for compliance or standardization reasons. Here, too, Office 2013 is still the required version in some cases.

Office 2013 Editions at a Glance

• Office 2013 Home & Student
• The entry-level edition with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. This is the right option for users who need to provide a replacement license for an existing Home & Student system. No Outlook, no Publisher—but all three core programs with the full range of Office 2013 features.
• Office 2013 Home & Business
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook in one package. The most popular edition for professional use in existing corporate environments standardized on Office 2013. Outlook 2013 offers all the basic email, calendar, and contact features needed for daily office operations.
• Office 2013 Professional
• The full range of Office 2013 features: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, and Access. For companies and IT departments that need all Office programs in the 2013 version—as a replacement, expansion, or maintenance license for existing infrastructures.

Prefer to upgrade to a newer version?

If you have the choice and there are no compelling technical or organizational reasons to stick with Office 2013, it’s worth upgrading to a more modern version. The differences in security, feature set, and compatibility are significant:

• Office 2019 – New chart types, improved formulas, faster Outlook, and active support through 2025. Available at an affordable price and significantly more future-proof than Office 2013.
• Office 2021 – Currently the best one-time purchase version, offering the best value for money, a long support period, and noticeably improved features across all included programs.
• Microsoft 365 – Always the latest version of Office, cloud storage, and cross-device access as a flexible subscription.

Not sure which option is right for your situation? Contact us—we’ll help you make a decision quickly and free of charge.

System requirements for Office 2013

• Operating system: Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 10 (Windows 11 is not officially supported)
• Processor: At least 1 GHz
• Memory: At least 1 GB RAM (32-bit) / 2 GB RAM (64-bit)
• Storage: At least 3 GB of free space
• Screen resolution: 1024 × 768 pixels
• Internet connection: Required for one-time activation

How to Purchase from Lizenzindustrie

Buying an Office 2013 license from Lizenzindustrie is quick and easy. Select the edition you want, add it to your cart, and complete the purchase—you’ll receive your license key immediately via email. No waiting, no physical shipping. Activation takes place directly through the official Microsoft servers.

• ✔ Immediate delivery of the license key via email
• ✔ Verified licenses – 100% activatable via Microsoft servers
• ✔ Affordable prices – significantly below the former list price
• ✔ Permanent use – one-time purchase, no subscription
• ✔ Legally compliant – verified licenses from EU retailers
• ✔ Fast support – we’ll help you immediately with any activation questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Microsoft Office 2013

Is Office 2013 still supported by Microsoft?

No. Microsoft officially ended support for Office 2013 in April 2023. Security updates are no longer provided. For systems used for productive work with internet access, we recommend switching to Office 2019 or Office 2021.

Does Office 2013 run on Windows 10 or Windows 11?

Office 2013 generally runs on Windows 10, but is not officially supported by Microsoft for this combination. Compatibility issues may arise on Windows 11. For new systems, we recommend Office 2019 or later.

Can I transfer my Office 2013 license to a new PC?

Retail licenses, such as those we offer at Lizenzindustrie, can generally be transferred when switching devices. Deactivate the license on the old device and activate it on the new one—it’s simple and at no additional cost.

What is the difference between Office 2013 and Office 2019?

Compared to Office 2013, Office 2019 offers significant improvements in all included programs, new chart types in Excel, an optimized presentation coach in PowerPoint, faster Outlook performance, and a significantly better security architecture. It also comes with an active support period. For anyone who has a choice, Office 2019 is the clearly preferable option.

How quickly will I receive my license key?

Immediately after purchase—your activation key will be sent automatically via email. Activation via the official Microsoft servers then takes only a few minutes.