If you don't have your key handy, try these common locations: Find your product key for Office 2010 - Microsoft Support
Re-open the Activation Wizard and select .
The first and most critical step is finding your product key. Microsoft does store the full key on the installation disk, so you'll need to look elsewhere. Here is a systematic checklist of where to search:
Once you have entered the key, you may need to activate it via the internet. If you do not have an internet connection, you can choose the option presented in the Activation Wizard. Troubleshooting Common Issues
If you are unable to connect to the internet or online activation fails, phone activation is the alternative. As of 2026, Microsoft has ended live support for Office 2010, but the automated phone activation system may still work.