Install TurboTax on Windows

TurboTax

TurboTax is a software package for preparation of American income tax returns, produced by Intuit. TurboTax is a market leader in its product segment, competing with H&R Block Tax Software and TaxAct. TurboTax was developed by Michael A. Chipman of Chipsoft in 1984 and was sold to Intuit in 1993.

How to download TurboTax Desktop software from TurboTax.com

If you're wondering how to download the TurboTax Desktop software, or are having trouble finding exactly where your TurboTax download is, here's some instructions how to download directly from TurboTax.com:

1. Sign in to your TurboTax account using the same login you used when you made your purchase.

2. To get to the Downloads tab, select Intuit Account from the bottom of the screen. You can also get to the Downloads tab by signing in directly through the downloads link.

3. Select the Downloads tab.

4. Select the corresponding blue button for the product you wish to download.

• If you don’t see your product, use account recovery to find out if you have other usernames associated with your email.

5. Save the download somewhere on your computer where you can find it.

• If you need help finding your download, check our instructions for Windows or Mac.

6. Finally, install your software by double-clicking the downloaded file.

• If you need help installing, we can help with Windows or Mac.

How do I download TurboTax State for Windows?

There are two ways to download your TurboTax State program. Select the one you prefer and follow the instructions.

1. Through TurboTax CD/Download

2. Through TurboTax.com

How to install TurboTax on Windows ?

Before installing TurboTax on a PC, it's best to close any open programs, including firewall and virus-protection programs (but don't forget to turn them back on after installation is complete).

To install the TurboTax download, simply double-click the downloaded file to launch the installer. Find your download.

How to install TurboTax CD ?

To install the TurboTax CD, start by putting the CD into your computer drive. It may take up to 4 minutes for the first screen to appear.

If installation doesn't start after 4 minutes, follow the directions below:

1. Make sure to insert the TurboTax CD into the CD drive on your computer.

2. Hold down the Windows+R keys to open the Run window.

3. Select Browse, and then find the TurboTax CD on your CD/DVD/RW drive (usually Drive D).

4. Double-click the setup.exe file to begin the installation.

5. When you get to the screen that says Your product is installed, now let's activate it, enter your license code in the License code box, and select Continue to complete installation.

• It’s a 16-character-combination of letters and numbers (XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX) that can be found on your CD box insert, envelope, or packing skip, or in your Download confirmation email and/or order history. Need help finding it? Go here. (Note: The 2019 product has a 14-character code that looks like this: XXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX)

Tip: If you bought the CD but your computer lacks a CD drive, you can request the downloadable version. Keep in mind, you can't use both the CD and the download — it must be one or the other.

When you're ready to do your state return, we'll walk you through the state download and installation.

How to install TurboTax CD/Download software with license code ?

If you're trying to figure out how to activate TurboTax or you're wondering how to install TurboTax with a code, we can help. To activate and install your TurboTax CD/Download software, you'll need the license code, a 16-character (or 14-character for 2019 products) combination of letters and numbers (XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX) that can be found:

• On the CD box insert, envelope, or packing slip; OR

• In the Download confirmation email and/or order history

To download TurboTax with the license code, enter your activation number in the License code box on the activation screen and select Continue to complete installation.

You’re free to use the same license code to install the software on up to five computers; you'll need to purchase another license if you need more.

If you need help installing, select your computer for more info:

• Windows (Go here for system requirements)

• Mac (Go here for system requirements)

Find your TurboTax for Windows software download ?

We recommend downloading your TurboTax for Windows software to your desktop or the Downloads folder so you can find it easily.

If you can't locate it, here's how to search for the download:

• TurboTax federal programs (Basic, Deluxe, etc.): Search your PC for w_turbotax and look for the filename extension .exe

• TurboTax state: Search for w_state (replace state with the actual state name, for example w_ohio or w_new_york.)

Still can't find it? Then download it again and save it to your desktop or the Downloads folder.

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