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Creating an Unlicensed Microsoft 365 User

Microsoft Office 365 allows us to create unlicensed users. While an unlicensed user will not have a email address, they are able to access certain office 365 applications, such as SharePoint or the Office 365 Administration page.

To create an unlicensed user, follow the steps below:

  • Browse to https://admin.microsoft.com
  • Click on Users – Active Users
  • Browse to https://admin.microsoft.com
  • Click on Users – Active Users
  • Click Add a User
Microsoft 365 admin center screenshot showing active users list
  • Fill in the details (entering name, last name, and desired username) and click next
Microsoft 365 add user screen showing basic information fields
  • From the Product License page, choose “Create user without product license (not recommended).
Microsoft 365 product licensing page showing option to create user without product license
  • If you require the user to administer your site, From Optional Settings, expand “Roles”. Choose a role – Global Administrator is the most permissive role.
Microsoft 365 optional settings page displaying role assignment options including global administrator
  • Click next and finish adding.
  • The users credentials will be displayed.