Microsoft Publisher Is Retiring — Here's What To Do
Microsoft Publisher will no longer be supported from October 2026. If your organisation uses Publisher for newsletters, flyers, posters or reports, now is the time to migrate. Here's everything you need to know — and a free tool to convert your existing .pub files.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When exactly is Publisher being retired?
Microsoft announced Publisher will no longer be supported beginning October 2026. After this date, the application will stop working on Microsoft 365.
What should replace Publisher?
Microsoft recommends Word, PowerPoint or Designer (formerly Sway) as alternatives. For print-focused work, Canva, Adobe Express or LibreOffice Draw are popular free alternatives.
What happens to my existing .pub files?
Your files won't disappear, but you'll no longer be able to open them with Publisher after October 2026 (unless you have a standalone licence). Convert them to PDF or Word now to future-proof your content.
Can I still use Publisher after October 2026?
Microsoft 365 subscribers will lose access. Users with standalone Publisher 2019 licences retain access until that product's support window ends (2025 mainstream, 2026 extended).
Is there a free way to convert all my Publisher files?
Yes — CalcHive's File Converter converts .pub files to PDF or Word free. For bulk conversion, CloudConvert offers affordable per-file pricing.