Microsoft has announced upcoming pricing changes affecting several of its most widely used business subscriptions.
Effective July 1, 2026, Microsoft will raise prices for several Microsoft 365 and Office 365 plans. These increases will apply to:
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- All new subscriptions
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- All renewals on or after July 1, 2026
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If your organization relies on Microsoft 365 for email, collaboration, and productivity, it’s important to understand what’s changing and how it may impact your budget moving forward.
Key Products Impacting TopLine Results Clients
While Microsoft’s pricing updates cover many licenses, the primary plans used by most TopLine Results clients include the following:
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- Microsoft 365 Business Basic
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- Price increasing from $6 → $7/user/month
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- Microsoft 365 Business Standard
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- Price increasing from $12.50 → $14/user/month
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- Microsoft 365 Business Premium
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- Price remains $22/user/month (no change)
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- Office 365 E3
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- Price increasing from $23 → $26/user/month
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In addition, Microsoft Exchange subscriptions will also see an increase of approximately 10%. Software pricing for non-profits will also be increasing. For exact details, please reach out.
Who Will Be Affected?
These changes apply to:
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- Clients who purchase Microsoft licenses through TopLine Results.
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- Clients who purchase Microsoft licenses independently through another provider.
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- Clients who purchase Microsoft licenses directly from Microsoft.
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- Any organization renewing or starting subscriptions on or after July 1, 2026.
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Even if you don’t buy your Microsoft subscriptions through us, we want to ensure you have advance notice so you can plan accordingly.
What Should You Do Now?
With the effective date still ahead, this is a great opportunity to:
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- Review your current Microsoft licensing.
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- Confirm which plans your users need.
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- Forecast pricing changes into your budget.
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- Explore optimization opportunities to avoid unnecessary costs.
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Our team can help assess your current subscription structure and recommend adjustments that align with your business needs.
We’re Here to Help
At TopLine, we aim to keep our clients informed about important platform changes that may impact operations and budgeting.
If you have questions about these Microsoft price increases or want help reviewing your current licensing, please reach out to our team at 1-800-880-1960 or call info@toplineresults.com.