Microsoft has retired Publisher, but you can still open Publisher files. Learn how to access your old documents for free.
The recent Microsoft Publisher retirement means your legacy files might become inaccessible. This guide demonstrates how to retrieve your work using reliable free software alternatives so you can continue to use your documents without the original application.
You will learn how to use LibreOffice Draw to view and modify your content, and how to use Affinity Studio to convert legacy documents into standard PDF formats. Following these steps ensures you can still edit Publisher files to keep your archives active.
Affinity Studio: https://www.affinity.studio/
Libre Office: https://www.libreoffice.org/
https://www.whiteboardblog.co.uk/2026/10/how-to-open-publisher-files/
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