App Compatibility
Microsoft Project on Linux
Microsoft Project on Linux is currently a web path. Use Project for the web (paid plan), or migrate to ProjectLibre / GanttProject for native Linux scheduling.
Recommended: Switch to a Linux alternative
Does Microsoft Project work on Linux?
The browser workflow is the main Linux path.
Best Linux method
Use Project for the web (paid plan), or migrate to ProjectLibre / GanttProject for native Linux scheduling.
ProjectLibre is the closest free desktop replacement and reads many MPP files.
What breaks on Linux?
- No Linux desktop client
- MPP file fidelity in ProjectLibre is partial
- Enterprise resource-management and Project Online integrations are not replicated by alternatives
Method Comparison
| Native Linux | Not available |
|---|---|
| Web version | Available |
| Wine rating | garbage |
| Fallback path | Use Project for the web (paid plan), or migrate to ProjectLibre / GanttProject for native Linux scheduling. |
Alternatives
- ProjectLibre
- GanttProject
- OpenProject
FAQ
Does Microsoft Project work on Linux?
Microsoft Project on Linux is currently a web path. Use Project for the web (paid plan), or migrate to ProjectLibre / GanttProject for native Linux scheduling.
What is the best Linux method for Microsoft Project?
Use Project for the web (paid plan), or migrate to ProjectLibre / GanttProject for native Linux scheduling.
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For Windows 10 users
Microsoft Project is one piece of your migration. Add it alongside your other apps and games to see whether this whole PC can move to Linux before Windows 10 security updates end.