Note: Microsoft 365 apps and services discontinued supporting Internet Explorer 11 in starting August 2021. More details are available here. Internet Explorer 11 is a component of the Windows operating system and Microsoft is committed to following the Lifecycle Policy for the product on which it is installed. We recommend that Internet Explorer users switch to Microsoft Edge.
For the best security and functionality, keep your web browser up to date. All modern browsers, including the new Microsoft Edge, should update automatically. You should make sure your browser has auto-updates enabled. Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer get their updates through Windows Update. Always install updates as soon as they become available.
For more information, see Frequently Asked Questions about Windows Update.
To obtain Microsoft Edge, go to Download Microsoft Edge Web Browser.
Desktop and laptop computers
For the best experience with Microsoft 365 for the web, use the most recent versions of a browser compatible with your system.
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Windows 11: The new Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, or Google Chrome
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Windows 10: The new Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, or Google Chrome
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MacOS: The new Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari (version 16 or newer), or Chrome
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Linux: Microsoft 365 for the web works in the new Microsoft Edge, Firefox or Chrome on Linux. Although, some features may not be available.
If your organization used the older Internet Explorer 8 or 9 to access older web apps and services, consider moving to IE Mode for the new Microsoft Edge.
iOS Devices
On iOS devices, we recommend using the Microsoft 365 mobile apps which are available via the Apple App Store.
On an older version of iOS that no longer supports the Microsoft 365 mobile apps, Safari is the best browser for Microsoft 365 for the web on iOS. Although some features may not be available.
Android
No browsers on Android are officially supported with Microsoft 365 for the web. As an alternative, consider using Microsoft 365 for Android apps, available in the Google Play store.
Other devices
Most Microsoft 365 for the web features will work in the Microsoft Edge browser on HoloLens or Xbox One.
Microsoft 365 Add-ins
This table shows which browser is used for the various platforms and operating systems with Microsoft 365 Add-ins.
Warning: If you disable Internet Explorer in the environments listed here, the Microsoft 365 Add-ins will stop working. You can upgrade to a newer version of Microsoft 365 to stop using Internet Explorer 11.
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OS |
Version |
Browser |
|---|---|---|
|
any |
Microsoft 365 for the web |
The browser in which Microsoft 365 is opened. |
|
macOS |
any |
Safari (version 16 or newer) |
|
iOS |
any |
Safari (version 16 or newer) |
|
Android |
any |
Chrome |
|
Windows 10 |
Non-subscription Office 2013 or later |
Internet Explorer 11 |
|
Windows 10 ver. < 1903 |
Microsoft 365 |
Internet Explorer 11 |
|
Windows 10 ver. <1903 |
Microsoft 365 ver. < 16.0.11629 |
Internet Explorer 11 |
|
Windows 10 ver. >=1903 |
Microsoft 365 ver. >= 16.0.11629 AND <16.0.13530.20424 |
Microsoft Edge |
|
Windows 10 ver. >=1903 |
Microsoft 365 ver. >=16.0.13530.20424 |
Microsoft Edge * |
* Requires Microsoft Edge WebView2
For more information about browsers and Microsoft 365 Add-ins, see Browsers used by Microsoft 365 Add-in.
See Also
System Requirements for Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365 for the web Extension in Chrome
