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About this licence
Microsoft 365 Business Standard (36-Month Monthly Plan): Predictable Cloud Productivity for Your Growing Business
For small and medium-sized businesses, managing cash flow is just as critical as managing daily operations. The Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36-month monthly plan offers the perfect balance: a comprehensive, always-up-to-date suite of premium productivity and collaboration tools, secured with a predictable monthly operational expense rather than a large upfront capital outlay. This is not a one-time purchase but a genuine, digitally delivered subscription license that keeps your team equipped with the latest versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams, backed by 1 TB of cloud storage per user and professional-grade email hosting. It is designed for organizations with up to 300 users that need a managed, admin-led IT environment. By choosing this extended 36-month commitment, you lock in a stable subscription cost while retaining the flexibility of monthly payments, making it an ideal solution for long-term digital transformation, remote team enablement, and seamless migration from legacy on-premises servers. Your license key and clear activation guidance are delivered instantly by email, allowing your IT administrator to begin the tenant setup and user provisioning process within minutes, all protected by your EU consumer rights and Lizensa’s dedicated multilingual support.
Key features and benefits
Premium desktop and web apps: Equip your team with always-current versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Publisher. The benefit is seamless compatibility and access to advanced features, whether working online in a browser or offline on a Windows or macOS desktop.
Professional business email: Get a 50 GB hosted Exchange mailbox per user with your own custom domain name. This projects a credible, professional brand image in every client communication, moving beyond generic @gmail or @outlook.com addresses, with shared calendars and contacts for effortless scheduling.
Unified collaboration with Microsoft Teams: Conduct HD video conferences, host webinars for up to 300 participants, and centralize team chat. The benefit is a single hub for teamwork that reduces email clutter and connects remote, hybrid, and in-office staff in real time.
1 TB of personal cloud storage: Each user receives 1 TB of OneDrive for Business storage. This allows staff to securely access, edit, and share files from any device, providing a personal safety net for documents with automatic syncing and known-folder backup.
Shared team workspaces with SharePoint: Build intelligent intranet sites and document libraries for departments or projects. The benefit is a single source of truth for company information, enabling co-authoring and version control that eliminates the chaos of email attachments.
What you get
Digital delivery after purchase
License details and activation instructions included
Suitable for private or business use where the product terms allow
Lizensa support for installation and activation questions
Cloud productivity suite for email, files, meetings and collaboration
Subscription duration and tenant setup should be checked before activation
Suitable for managed business accounts and admin-led rollout
Specifications
Operating system
Cloud, Windows, macOS
Version
Latest
SKU
LZP-0270
Licence
Perpetual / lifetime
Architecture
x64, arm64
Languages
From order to activation
01Order received
02Key verified
03Email delivered
04You activate
Common questions
What are the system requirements for Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan?
Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan requires Windows 10/11, macOS, at least 4 GB of RAM (though 8 GB is recommended), and 2 GB of free storage space. An internet connection is needed for download and activation.
What kind of license do I get with Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan from Lizensa?
Your Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan license is a perpetual (lifetime) license — buy once and use forever on one device. This means no recurring fees or subscriptions. You'll also receive free updates and security patches from Lizensa.
What's included with my Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan purchase from Lizensa?
Your purchase includes a genuine Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan license key, a download link from the official Microsoft website, step-by-step activation instructions, a VAT invoice (EU), and lifetime access to the key in your Lizensa account. All keys are authentic and backed by our 14-day money-back guarantee.
Why is Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan so much cheaper on Lizensa?
At just €314.90, our Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan license is up to 86% cheaper than retail because we buy in wholesale volume from European distribution channels and pass the savings directly to you. You get the exact same genuine product — just without the retail markup.
How do I install and activate Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan from Lizensa?
After purchase, you'll receive a download link and license key by email. Download the software from the official Microsoft website, enter your key during installation or in the activation menu, and follow the guided setup. Full instructions are included with your purchase.
Is Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan compatible with my operating system?
Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36 months monthly plan is compatible with current versions of Windows and macOS. Please check the system requirements section on this page before purchasing. Most modern PCs and Macs meet or exceed the minimum requirements.
How quickly will I receive my license key from Lizensa?
Your license key is delivered instantly via email after payment is confirmed — typically within 30 seconds. You'll also find it in your Lizensa account dashboard under My Library.
Are Lizensa license keys genuine and legal in the EU?
Yes. Our licenses are sourced through European distribution channels and come with a VAT invoice. The EU Court of Justice (UsedSoft v Oracle, C-128/11) has confirmed that software license resale is legal within the European Economic Area.
What is Lizensa's refund policy?
We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee on all licenses. If you encounter any issues with activation or the product doesn't meet your needs, contact our support team for a full refund — no questions asked.
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After purchase, you'll receive an email with your license key and step-by-step activation instructions. Simply enter the key during installation or in your system's activation settings. Most activations take under 2 minutes.
Do I get support with my Lizensa purchase?
Absolutely. Our multilingual support team responds within one hour during business hours. We can assist with installation, activation troubleshooting, and license questions via email in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, and Polish.
Is this licence lawfully resold in the EU?
Yes. Sourced through authorized European distribution channels. Every key is genuine and resaleable under EU “exhaustion of rights” (CJEU C-128/11).
How fast does the key arrive?
Average delivery is 43 seconds. We commit to under 60 seconds. If we miss that, you get a free replacement.
Can I get a refund if it doesn’t work for me?
Yes. EU consumer law gives you 14 days to return any unused key — no fees, no questions. Honoured without friction.
Do you provide a VAT invoice for B2B?
Yes. EU-compliant invoice with every order, downloadable from your dashboard. Valid VAT number triggers automatic reverse-charge.
What languages is the activation guide in?
EN, DE, FR, ES, NL, PL, IT, PT — matched automatically to your account locale.
What if I have trouble activating?
Email or chat support replies in your language within an hour during EU business hours. We’ll walk you through it or replace the key.
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Advanced administrative controls: Manage users, devices, and security policies from a centralized admin center. IT admins gain granular control over data loss prevention (DLP) and compliance settings, safeguarding sensitive business information without impeding productivity.
Cross-platform flexibility: The suite runs natively on Windows and macOS, with full-featured mobile apps for iOS and Android. Your team can transition seamlessly from a desktop in the office to a tablet on the road, with all data and settings synchronized via the cloud.
Predictable monthly investment: A 36-month commitment with monthly billing turns a significant software expense into a manageable operational cost. This aids in accurate budgeting and cash flow forecasting, freeing up capital for other strategic business investments.
What's included with your purchase
When you purchase the Microsoft 365 Business Standard 36-month monthly plan from Lizensa, you are acquiring a genuine, digitally delivered subscription license for one user. Your order is processed automatically, and within an average of 60 seconds, you will receive an email containing your unique activation link and license credentials, along with a downloadable PDF invoice for your records. This is a monthly subscription license, meaning the right to use the software is active as long as your monthly payments are maintained over the 36-month term. It is not a perpetual license. Activation is linked to your organization’s Microsoft 365 tenant and is managed by your designated administrator through the Microsoft 365 admin center. The license supports installation on up to 5 PCs or Macs, 5 tablets, and 5 phones per user, ensuring maximum flexibility. The product is compatible with Windows and macOS, and the activation is valid across all 27 EU member states. Your package includes:
One genuine Microsoft 365 Business Standard subscription license (monthly, 36-month term).
Instant digital delivery of activation credentials via email.
A downloadable VAT invoice, suitable for business accounting and tax purposes.
A step-by-step activation guide and access to Lizensa’s free multilingual support.
Office versions compared — which one should you buy?
Choosing the right Microsoft solution depends on your business’s size, budget, and need for cloud capabilities. This Microsoft 365 Business Standard plan sits in a strategic middle ground, offering the full desktop applications that a one-time purchase like Office 2021 Professional provides, but with the added power of cloud services that the entry-level Business Basic plan lacks.
One-time purchase (e.g., Office 2021 Professional): This is a perpetual license for a single PC or Mac. You pay once and own it forever, but you only receive security updates and will never get new features. It includes classic desktop apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint but lacks business-class email, Teams for meetings, 1 TB of cloud storage, and mobile app editing. It's best for a single user with a stable, offline-centric workflow who does not need collaboration tools.
Microsoft 365 Business Basic: This is a cloud-only subscription. It includes the web and mobile versions of Office apps, professional email, Teams, and 1 TB of storage, but it does not include the installable desktop versions of Word, Excel, or PowerPoint. It's best for businesses that primarily work in a browser and want to minimize per-user costs.
Microsoft 365 Business Standard (this product): This is the complete package for a modern SMB. It combines the full, installable desktop apps with all the cloud services—email, storage, Teams, and SharePoint. It's the best choice for businesses that need the power and offline capability of desktop apps alongside the flexibility of cloud collaboration.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium: This includes everything in Business Standard, plus advanced cybersecurity features like Microsoft Defender for Business and comprehensive device management with Intune. It's ideal for businesses with sensitive data or compliance requirements that need enterprise-grade security without an enterprise price tag.
System requirements / compatibility
To ensure a smooth deployment, your devices should meet the following minimum specifications. These requirements apply to the desktop applications; the web-based apps require only a modern browser.
Operating System: Windows 11, Windows 10, or the three most recent versions of macOS. For the best experience, Windows 10 or later is recommended.
Processor: 1.6 GHz or faster, 2-core processor. For macOS, an Intel processor is required.
Memory: 4 GB of RAM is the minimum, but 8 GB is strongly recommended for optimal performance when multitasking with large datasets or during video calls in Teams.
Storage: 4 GB of available disk space for installation.
Architecture: 32-bit and 64-bit versions are supported where the product edition allows.
Connectivity: An internet connection is required for the initial activation, license verification, and access to cloud features like OneDrive and Teams. Periodic re-connection is required to keep the license active.
Languages: The product interface is available in English, German, French, Dutch, and Polish. For other system requirements specific to your environment, we recommend validating against the official Microsoft vendor documentation before activation.
Installation and activation
Your journey from purchase to productivity is designed to be swift and straightforward. Immediately after your payment is securely processed, you will receive an email containing your unique activation link and credentials. The average delivery time is under 60 seconds. Activation is not done via a traditional 25-character product key typed into a setup wizard. Instead, your IT administrator will sign into the Microsoft 365 admin center, assign the license to a user account, and the user can then install the apps directly from the Office.com portal. This process ensures that license management is centralized and secure. You can install the apps on up to 5 PCs or Macs per user. If you encounter any issues during activation, Lizensa’s multilingual support team is available to assist you free of charge. As this is a subscription license, you can reinstall the software on a new or reformatted device at any time, as long as the subscription is active and you deactivate the installation on the old device from your account portal.
Why choose Lizensa for your software licenses
Securing business software requires a partner you can trust, not just a transaction. At Lizensa, we have built our reputation on providing a purchasing experience that is as reliable as the software itself. When you buy this Microsoft 365 Business Standard plan from us, you are choosing a fully verified, genuine license sourced directly from authorized European distribution channels. There is no risk of blocked keys or audit failures. Your purchase is protected by robust EU consumer law, giving you a 14-day right of withdrawal and a full European warranty, which is a level of protection you simply do not get from grey-market marketplaces. The checkout process is secured by Stripe, supporting SEPA, iDEAL, BLIK, Google Pay, and major credit cards, and you will receive a complete VAT invoice instantly, with reverse-charge mechanisms available for valid B2B transactions. Our commitment to you continues long after the 60-second digital delivery. Our free, multilingual technical support team is staffed by real people ready to help with any installation or activation questions, ensuring your deployment stays on track. With Lizensa, you are not just buying a license key; you are gaining a long-term partner for your business software needs.
FAQ — frequently asked questions
Is this a subscription or a one-time purchase?
This is a subscription license. You are committing to a 36-month term, but you pay on a monthly basis. Your right to use the software is active as long as the monthly payments are maintained. It is not a perpetual, one-time purchase license.
How fast will I receive my license key after purchase?
Our delivery is instant and automated. On average, the email containing your activation credentials and instructions arrives in your inbox within 60 seconds of a successful payment. Please check your spam folder if it is not immediately visible.
Is this a genuine and legal Microsoft license?
Absolutely. Every license we sell is 100% genuine and sourced from authorized European distributors. You will receive a valid VAT invoice, and the license will be permanently recognized by Microsoft’s activation servers, ensuring you pass any software audit.
What happens if I have trouble with activation?
We provide free multilingual technical support for exactly this reason. If you or your IT administrator encounter any error during the tenant setup or license assignment process, you can contact our support team, and we will guide you through to a successful activation.
Can I reinstall this software on a new computer?
Yes. Since the license is linked to a user account and not a single machine, you can deactivate the software on an old device and reinstall it on a new one. Each user can have the apps installed on up to 5 PCs or Macs simultaneously.
Does this license work on both Windows and Mac?
Yes, it is fully cross-platform. The desktop applications can be installed on both Windows (Windows 10/11) and the three most recent versions of macOS. You also get full access to the mobile apps on iOS and Android tablets and phones.
What payment methods do you accept?
Our Stripe-secured checkout supports all major credit and debit cards, as well as SEPA direct debit, iDEAL, BLIK, and Google Pay. This allows you to choose the most convenient and secure payment method for your business.
Do you provide a VAT invoice for my purchase?
Yes, a downloadable VAT invoice is generated automatically with every order and sent with your license delivery email. For B2B customers with a valid EU VAT ID, the reverse charge mechanism can be applied.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 14-day right of withdrawal in compliance with EU consumer protection law. If you have not activated or used the license, you can request a full refund. Our support team will process your request promptly.
How is this different from Microsoft 365 Business Basic?
The key difference is the desktop applications. Business Basic only includes web and mobile versions of Office apps. This Business Standard plan includes the full, installable desktop versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Publisher for offline use, in addition to all the cloud services.
Can I use this license for commercial and business purposes?
Yes, this is the intended purpose. Microsoft 365 Business Standard is a commercial license designed specifically for business use. It includes business-class email, compliance tools, and admin controls that are not available in home or personal subscriptions.
What does "36 months monthly plan" mean?
It means you are entering a 36-month subscription agreement, but instead of paying the full amount upfront, the cost is divided into predictable monthly payments. This provides long-term price stability with short-term cash flow flexibility.
