microsoft publisher

Microsoft Publisher is a desktop publishing application included in some editions of Microsoft Office, used for creating brochures, newsletters, flyers, and other print layouts. Microsoft has announced that Publisher will reach end of life in October 2026, ending support after roughly 35 years. This retirement affects schools, churches, small businesses, nonprofits, and enterprise teams that rely on Publisher and its .pub file format. Microsoft is not replacing Publisher with a single product; instead, it is directing users to PowerPoint, Word, Designer, and third-party design software. The transition requires migrating existing documents and workflows, making it a significant change for organizations that have built processes around Publisher.