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Marci5599
Tin Contributor
Mar 09, 2025
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Publisher replacement ideas

Hey All, Looks like Microsoft won't be supporting Publisher after Oct. I have many hundreds of pages documenting the restoration of our land that I created in Publisher. I know I'll need to convert ...
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  • Kidd_Ip's avatar
    Kidd_Ip
    Mar 12, 2025

    Below are the alternatives available:

     

    • Affinity Publisher:
      • A popular choice for its simplicity and affordability.
      • Offers a one-time purchase (no subscription) and is compatible with macOS, Windows, and iPad.
    • Scribus:
      • A free, open-source desktop publishing tool.
      • Great for creating professional layouts, though it might have a slight learning curve.
    • Canva:
      • Web-based and very intuitive.
      • Ideal for creating visually appealing designs, though it may lack advanced desktop publishing features.
Kidd_Ip's avatar
Kidd_Ip
MVP
Mar 12, 2025

Below are the alternatives available:

 

  • Affinity Publisher:
    • A popular choice for its simplicity and affordability.
    • Offers a one-time purchase (no subscription) and is compatible with macOS, Windows, and iPad.
  • Scribus:
    • A free, open-source desktop publishing tool.
    • Great for creating professional layouts, though it might have a slight learning curve.
  • Canva:
    • Web-based and very intuitive.
    • Ideal for creating visually appealing designs, though it may lack advanced desktop publishing features.
  • Diane83's avatar
    Diane83
    Tin Contributor
    Aug 22, 2026

    I have tried all of your suggestions, these 3, and other things you said, ie. convert to Word, PDF, etc., and NONE of them work or are as user friendly as Publisher is.  I'm 83 and do not have the time or patience to be learning something that does NOT WORK.  Thanks Microsoft for thinking about your decision to ELIMANATE all the years of work of us seniors, and businesses of all sorts.  I don't know how you all can sleep at night...

  • DianaReid2026's avatar
    DianaReid2026
    Tin Contributor
    Jun 20, 2026

    It is not a solution. I have been using Publisher for countless years and I create flyers and Sunday church programs for a global ministry. This is not good and not good at all. 

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      keiththrower
      Copper Contributor
      Aug 22, 2026

      I agree with you Diana. The alternatives suggested do not enable you to read or use existing  Publisher documents. I've been using Publisher for well over 30 years for church and other magazines, banners, posters and many other uses. I will not be able to access these now. Microsoft have been particularly unhelpful about this matter - a personal letter by mail to the chairman of MS at their registered US address was returned to me unopened.

  • LizzyD121's avatar
    LizzyD121
    Tin Contributor
    Oct 09, 2025

    Don't forget Adobes' Indesign and Photoshop.

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    Marci5599
    Tin Contributor
    Mar 16, 2025

    Many thanks!!