How to Reinstall Quicken Without Losing Your Data?  

Why You Might Need to Reinstall Quicken ?

• Software not opening or crashing frequently
  
  

• Missing features or corrupt files
  
  

• Problems after an update
  
  

• Moving Quicken to a new computer
  
  

• Resetting your system after a reinstall of Windows or macOS

Step 1: Back Up Your Quicken Data

1. Open Quicken on your computer.
   
   

2. Go to File > Backup or Restore > Backup Quicken File.
   
   

3. Choose a location to save the backup — ideally:
   
   

   • An external drive

   • A USB stick

   • A cloud service (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.)
     
     

4. Click Back Up Now.

Step 2: Uninstall the Old Version

On Windows:

1. Open the Control Panel.
   
   

2. Go to Programs > Uninstall a program.
   
   

3. Find Quicken, right-click it, and select Uninstall.
   
   

On Mac:

1. Go to the Applications folder.
   
   

2. Drag the Quicken app to the Trash.
   
   

3. Empty the Trash.

Step 3: Reinstall Quicken

🔗 Go to: https://www.quicken.com/download

1. Sign in with your Quicken ID.
   
   

2. Download the version that matches your plan (Windows or Mac).
   
   

3. Once downloaded, run the installer and follow the on-screen steps.
   
   

4. After installation, sign in again to activate your account.

Step 4: Restore Your Data File

Once Quicken is installed and ready:

1. Open Quicken.
   
   

2. Go to File > Backup or Restore > Restore from Backup File.
   
   

3. Locate your saved .QDF file.
   
   

4. Click Restore Backup.

Frequently Asked Questions 

1. Will I lose my data if I uninstall Quicken?

No. Uninstalling Quicken does not delete your data file, as it’s stored separately from the program. However, it’s always best to create a manual backup before uninstalling to ensure your information is 100% safe.

2. How do I find my Quicken data file?

By default, Quicken saves your data file with a .QDF extension. You can usually find it in:

• Documents > Quicken (Windows)

• Users > [Your Name] > Documents > Quicken (Mac)
  You can also open Quicken and go to File > Find Quicken Files to locate it quickly.
  
  

3. Can I reinstall Quicken on a new computer?

Yes! You can download Quicken from Quicken.com/download, sign in with your Quicken ID, and restore your backed-up .QDF file. This allows you to continue exactly where you left off, even on a new device.

4. What should I do if Quicken won’t reinstall or open?

• Reboot your computer and try again.

• Temporarily disable antivirus software during installation.

• Make sure your operating system is up to date.

• If the issue continues, contact Quicken Support through support.quicken.com.