Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial

Microsoft 365 is Microsoft's business suite, with Outlook and custom business email, Word, Excel and Teams. Its Business plans offer a one-month free trial.

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Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial is a productivity and SaaS perk from Microsoft, offering one-month free trial, with no funding required.

Who qualifies
No funding needed
Benefit type
Free trial

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What you get

Inside Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial

Microsoft 365 Business plans can be tried free for one month, after which the subscription converts to a paid subscription. A credit card is required to sign up. Business Basic is listed at $7.00 per user per month, paid yearly, and includes custom business email and identity management for up to 300 users.

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
No funding needed
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
One-month free trial, then a paid subscription.
Other requirements
A credit card is required to sign up. The trial converts to a paid subscription when it ends.
How to claim

How to apply for Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial

What to have ready
  • A payment method / paid account on file
Steps to apply
  1. 1Choose a Business plan and click Try for free on microsoft.com.
  2. 2No application is needed.
Good to know: Plans read on microsoft.com/microsoft-365/business on October 28, 2026.
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Mercury gives its customers a deal on Microsoft. It is separate from Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial, with its own conditions, and partners usually allow one startup deal per company, so compare who qualifies before you apply.

  • Mercury PerksMicrosoft for Startups: $5k credits + moreFor Mercury business account holders
    • Your Startup has not already received more than a total of $10,000 in free Azure.
    • Your headquarters must reside in the countries covered by our Azure global infrastructure.
    • Your startup has not gone through a Series D or later funding round.
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Questions

Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial: common questions

What do you get with Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial?

Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial offers one-month free trial.

Who qualifies for Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial?

Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial is open to any startup, with no funding required. A credit card is required to sign up. The trial converts to a paid subscription when it ends.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial?

No. Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial?

Choose a Business plan and click Try for free on microsoft.com. No application is needed.

How long do I have to use Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial, and does it expire?

One-month free trial, then a paid subscription.

Is Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial available outside the US?

Microsoft 365 Business one-month free trial is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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