Office 2019 for Mac to Turn Read-Only July 13

Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac applications will transition to a read-only state starting July 13 due to an expired digital certificate. Users will be able to open and print existing documents but will be unable to create or edit new files.

This change affects Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote on macOS. Microsoft has ceased support for Office 2019, meaning updates are unavailable, and reinstalling the software will not resolve the issue. Users seeking full functionality are advised to upgrade to Microsoft 365 or purchase Office 2024, or utilize free browser-based versions.

This development impacts users of older perpetual license software, potentially forcing them to pay for newer versions or subscriptions to maintain productivity.