Microsoft has announced its intention to abandon its Publisher application, which allows you to create brochures, calendars, business cards and logos. The app will be removed from Microsoft 365 in October 2026. says On the company’s website.
Microsoft said many of Publisher’s features are already available in other Microsoft 365 apps such as Word and PowerPoint, which can serve as alternatives to Publisher. The company also said it is exploring ways to bring Publisher’s most popular use cases to Word, PowerPoint, and Designer.
Publisher users will be able to continue using the app until October 2026. However, in February 2024, Microsoft will end support for Office 2021 LTSC, which includes Publisher.
Microsoft notified users of its decision in advance so they could adapt to the changes and choose other tools that fit their needs, within or outside the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
Microsoft Publisher was released as a standalone application for Windows in 1991.
Previously reportedthat owners of old computers will be prohibited from installing new Windows.