Update guide

How to update LibreOffice on Windows — latest version guide 2026

To update LibreOffice on Windows, download the new MSI installer and run it. For minor updates (26.2.1 → 26.2.2) you can install over the existing version. For major updates, uninstall first for cleanest results.

Update LibreOffice on Windows

  • 1

    Download the new MSI

    Get the latest LibreOffice_26.2.2_Win_x86-64.msi from the download page.

  • 2

    Run over existing install (minor updates)

    Double-click the MSI. It detects the existing version and updates in place. Your documents and settings are preserved.

  • 3

    Verify the update

    Help → About LibreOffice. The version number should show 26.2.2.

LibreOffice also has a built-in update check: Help → Check for Updates. This opens the download page in your browser.

Update questions

Will updating LibreOffice delete my documents?

No. Documents you have saved are stored in your own folders and are never touched by the LibreOffice installer. Settings and extensions are also preserved for minor updates.

LibreOffice update broke extensions

Major version updates sometimes disable extensions. Go to Tools → Extension Manager → Check for Updates. If an extension is incompatible, check its page at extensions.libreoffice.org for an updated version.

Something broke after update?

Fix not opening and extension issues.

Not opening fix