check before: 2024-02-29
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Microsoft 365 Apps
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World tenant, Windows Desktop
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Admin impact, Retirement, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft Publisher will no longer be supported after October 2026. Users can continue to use it with its current functionality until then. Support for the perpetual version of Publisher will end in October 2026. No action is required at this time, but Microsoft is exploring modern ways to achieve common Publisher scenarios across other applications.
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Updated November 11, 2025: We are updating this post to serve as a reminder of this change.
We are dedicated to providing our customers with the tools they need to achieve what matters, in their work and life. In order to focus on new benefits, we occasionally remove features and products.
In October 2026, Microsoft Publisher will reach its end of life. After that time, it will no longer be included in Microsoft 365 and existing on-premises suites will no longer be supported. Until then, support for Publisher will continue and users can expect the same experience as today.
As we look ahead to the retirement of Microsoft Publisher, we are exploring modern ways to achieve other common Publisher scenarios across applications like Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Designer. We will update as we have more to share.
[When this will happen:]
October 13, 2026
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2024-02-16
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2025-11-12
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End of Support for Microsoft Publisher
After October 2026, Microsoft Publisher will no longer receive updates or support, potentially leading to security vulnerabilities and compatibility issues with other software.
- roles: IT Administrator, Content Creator
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/11/11/updated-microsoft-publisher-will-no-longer-be-supported-after-october-2026/
Loss of Functionality
Users will lose access to Publisher's unique features, which may disrupt workflows that rely on its specific capabilities for document design and publishing.
- roles: Graphic Designer, Marketing Specialist
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/11/11/updated-microsoft-publisher-will-no-longer-be-supported-after-october-2026/
Transition to Alternative Applications
Users may need to transition to alternative applications like Word or PowerPoint, which may not fully replicate Publisher's functionality, leading to a learning curve and potential productivity loss.
- roles: IT Trainer, End User
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/11/11/updated-microsoft-publisher-will-no-longer-be-supported-after-october-2026/
Increased Support Requests
As the end of support date approaches, IT may experience an increase in support requests from users seeking assistance with transitioning away from Publisher.
- roles: Help Desk Technician, IT Support Manager
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/11/11/updated-microsoft-publisher-will-no-longer-be-supported-after-october-2026/
Potential Data Loss
If users do not transition their documents from Publisher to other formats before the end of support, they risk losing access to important files and data.
- roles: Data Manager, Project Manager
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/11/11/updated-microsoft-publisher-will-no-longer-be-supported-after-october-2026/
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-11-12 | MC Messages | We are dedicated to providing our customers with the tools they need to achieve what matters, in their work and life. In order to focus on new benefits, we occasionally remove features and products.
In October 2026, Microsoft Publisher will reach its end of life. After that time, it will no longer be included in Microsoft 365 and existing on-premises suites will no longer be supported. Until then, support for Publisher will continue and users can expect the same experience as today. As we look ahead to the retirement of Microsoft Publisher, we are exploring modern ways to achieve other common Publisher scenarios across applications like Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Designer. We will update as we have more to share. [When this will happen:] October 13, 2026 | Updated November 11, 2025: We are updating this post to serve as a reminder of this change.
We are dedicated to providing our customers with the tools they need to achieve what matters, in their work and life. In order to focus on new benefits, we occasionally remove features and products. In October 2026, Microsoft Publisher will reach its end of life. After that time, it will no longer be included in Microsoft 365 and existing on-premises suites will no longer be supported. Until then, support for Publisher will continue and users can expect the same experience as today. As we look ahead to the retirement of Microsoft Publisher, we are exploring modern ways to achieve other common Publisher scenarios across applications like Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Designer. We will update as we have more to share. [When this will happen:] October 13, 2026 |
| 2025-11-12 | MC Title | Microsoft Publisher will no longer be supported after October 2026 | (Updated) Microsoft Publisher will no longer be supported after October 2026 |
| 2025-11-12 | MC Last Updated | 02/15/2024 18:12:45 | 2025-11-11T22:18:27Z |
| 2025-11-12 | MC MessageTagNames | User impact, Admin impact, Retirement | Updated message, User impact, Admin impact, Retirement |
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