How do I switch from a Microsoft 365 personal account to business account?

To switch from a Microsoft 365 personal account to a business account, you will need to create a new business account, as there is no direct way to convert a personal account to a business account. However, you can keep your personal account and migrate your data to the new business account if needed.

Here are the steps you can follow:

1. Sign up for a Microsoft 365 Business subscription: Choose the appropriate business plan that suits your needs.
2. Migrate your data: You can move your OneDrive, Outlook, and Teams data from your personal account to your new business account. You can keep your data in your personal account, as it won’t expire once you create a new business email account. You can choose to move all your data or just specific files.
3. Set up your business email: Once you have your business account, you can connect a business domain for your email purposes. This will give you a professional email address using your own domain.

Regarding billing, you will be charged for the new business subscription, but you can cancel your personal subscription if you no longer need it. Make sure to check the billing cycle and any potential refunds for the remaining time on your personal subscription.

If you need more detailed steps on migrating data or setting up your business email, you can refer to the Microsoft documentation for guidance.