Microsoft Excel 2021
A stable classic release
Windows 11
macOS 14, 15, 26
English
PerpetualSupport ended on 13 October 2026
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Microsoft Excel 2021
Direct English installers where available
Compare requirements, support status and direct installer availability for spreadsheets, formulas and charts.
Official publisher linksOfficial installation sources Microsoft
Official sourcesSource and installation details
Official installation optionsProvider requirements apply at the source
English installation optionsFor work in your preferred language
Program information
- Developer
- Microsoft Corporation
- Version
- Microsoft Excel 2021
- Interface language
- English and other languages
- License
- Perpetual
- Platforms
- Windows · macOS
- Developer's website
- Microsoft.com
VERSIONS AND ACCESS
Excel 2021 options
VersionPlatformsInterface languageAccess typeStatusAction
COMPATIBILITY
System Requirements
Options
Minimum
Featured
System
Windows 10 or Windows 11; supported server releases depend on the edition
A current supported Windows version with updates installed
CPU
1,1 GHz processor, 2 cores
A modern 4-core x64 processor
RAM
4 GB RAM
8–16 GB RAM for large documents and workbooks
Storage
4 GB of free space
SSD and a separate backup of installation and working files
Display and graphics
1280 × 768
Full HD; check interface scaling for older releases
Internet and activation
Connection for activation, updates, and online services
Stable internet and an active account or volume license
Options
Minimum
Featured
System
One of the three latest macOS versions during the release's support period
A current macOS version within Microsoft's supported range
CPU
Intel or Apple Silicon
Apple Silicon for better energy efficiency
RAM
4 GB RAM
8–16 GB RAM for large documents
Storage
10 GB of free space
SSD and spare space for documents, fonts and cache
Display
1280 × 800
Retina or external Full HD display
Internet and activation
Internet access for activation and updates
Stable connection and valid license
Exact requirements depend on the Office 2021 edition, architecture and licensing channel.
FEATURES
Excel 2021 features
Search with XLOOKUP
Finds a value and returns a related result, including from a column to the left of the lookup column.
Dynamic arrays
FILTER, SORT and UNIQUE return multiple results from a single formula.
LET intermediate values
Names inside a formula let you reuse calculated results.
Find a position with XMATCH
Returns the position of a matching item in a range or array.
Power Query for Windows
Imports and prepares data before loading it into a workbook.
Collaborative editing
Supported in retail Excel 2021 with suitable cloud storage for the workbook; excluded from LTSC.
PivotTables
Summarize a large list by categories, dates or departments. Rearranging fields gives a different view of the same data without changing the source table.
Data validation
Set allowed numbers, dates, and dropdown options. Input messages and error alerts help people fill in a shared spreadsheet consistently.
HELP CENTER
Questions and answers
Is a direct installer available for Microsoft Excel 2021?
Enabled downloads lead directly to verified installer files. — Use an enabled Download button for Mac, Windows to retrieve the matching English installer directly from the official publisher. Check the selected product and license before installation. Account, store and guide pages are not offered as downloads.
Which license or account do I need for Microsoft Excel 2021?
Access and activation are determined by Microsoft and your existing entitlement. — Use the Microsoft account, work or school account, subscription or perpetual license that covers the selected product and edition. Downloading an installer or opening a guide does not grant a license.
How do I install Microsoft Excel 2021 in English?
Choose the language through the official installation or app settings. — Choose English in the available installer or application settings. Display and proofing languages can be configured separately. Language settings for an existing licensed installation do not establish that a new installer download is available.
Can I download Excel 2021 for free to open older XLSX files?
The installation file does not grant a license. — If you only need to open files or make simple edits, consider the web version and its limitations.
How do I distinguish Excel 2021 from Microsoft 365 when choosing a download?
Excel 2021 is a release with a perpetual license; Microsoft 365 is a subscription product with a different update cycle. — The file name and your purchase type must match.