How to install Office Timeline
Overview
The Office Timeline PowerPoint timeline maker can be downloaded and installed in just a few simple steps. The following guide will steer you through the process.
Office Timeline installs per user and does not require administrator rights for most installations.
Steps
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Review the System Requirements for running Office Timeline.
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Go to https://www.officetimeline.com/office-timeline/updates and click Download latest build to get the installation file.
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If prompted, click Save or Run. If you chose Save, click on the download to start the installation process.

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If prompted, choose Yes to allow the installer to run. Follow the on-screen installation steps to complete setup.
Note: For most users, installation does not require administrator privileges. A prompt may appear only when upgrading from older versions.
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Once the installation is complete, click “Close” to exit the Setup Wizard and launch PowerPoint. You can now start building timelines using the Office Timeline tab that has been added to your PowerPoint ribbon.

Office Timeline installs in your user profile and is ready to use immediately after installation.
Useful Resources
- Activating your Office Timeline license. To activate Office Timeline Lite, Plus, or Expert once you’ve installed the free version of the software, all you need to do is click Upgrade on the Office Timeline Ribbon and follow the steps described in this short guide.
- Installation troubleshooting. If you encounter difficulties when installing Office Timeline, please head over to our dedicated support section for quick solutions to the most common installation issues.