QuickBooks Pro Plus 2024 is no longer available for new purchases after September 30, 2024. Intuit discontinued sales of all QuickBooks Desktop subscription products (Pro Plus, Premier Plus, Mac Plus, Enhanced Payroll) for new US customers. Existing subscribers can renew, but new buyers face roadblocks, fake resellers, and activation scams.

Can't find legitimate Pro Plus 2024? Call 866-798-4134 for alternatives and solutions.

Why You Can't Buy QuickBooks Pro Plus 2024

Intuit's Official Policy (September 30, 2024):

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❌ New subscriptions STOPPED for:

• QuickBooks Desktop Pro Plus 2024

• QuickBooks Desktop Premier Plus 2024  

• QuickBooks Desktop Mac Plus 2024

• QuickBooks Desktop Enhanced Payroll

✅ Existing subscribers can RENEW

✅ QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise STILL available ($1,400+)

✅ QuickBooks Online subscriptions continue

Intuit's goal: Push all new customers to QuickBooks Online cloud subscriptions.

Common "Can't Buy" Scenarios & Solutions

Scenario 1: "Out of Stock" on Intuit Website

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**Problem:** Only Enterprise shown, no Pro Plus option

**Solution:** Pro Plus discontinued for new buyers

**Action:** Choose alternative (below)

Scenario 2: Third-Party Resellers (DANGEROUS)

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**Problem:** eBay/Groupon "lifetime licenses" $99

**Reality:** Usually stolen licenses, fail activation

**Warning:** Intuit support WON'T help, violates TOS

**Action:** Avoid completely

Scenario 3: "Upgrade Required" Messages

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**Problem:** Software demands 2024 subscription

**Reality:** Existing 2021-2023 users get renewal option

**Action:** Contact Intuit Sales: 800-458-3175

Legitimate Alternatives to Pro Plus 2024

Option 1: QuickBooks Online (Intuit's Push)

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**Simple Start:** $35/mo (invoicing, 1 user)

**Essentials:** $65/mo (bill pay, 3 users)  

**Plus:** $99/mo (inventory, 5 users)

**Advanced:** $220/mo (25 users, projects)

30-day free trial → Migration tool from Desktop.

Option 2: Renew Existing Desktop (If Eligible)

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**Current Pro/Premier 2021-2023 users:**

1. Open QuickBooks → F2 → Product Information

2. Check subscription status

3. Help → Upgrade → Renew subscription

4. Call Sales: 800-458-3175 if blocked

Option 3: QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise 2026

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**Gold:** $1,855/yr (5 users, payroll)

**Platinum:** $2,363/yr (advanced inventory)

**Diamond:** $4,668/yr (40 users, hosting)

Full Desktop features, cloud optional.

Option 4: Older Desktop Versions (Resellers)

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Pro 2023 legitimate resellers still exist:

• Ace Cloud Hosting

• Authorized Intuit partners only

• Verify Intuit download link included

What Third-Party "Deals" Really Are

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🚨 **$99 "Lifetime Pro Plus 2024":**

• Stolen corporate license

• Activates 1-6 months, then locks

• Intuit support: "We can't help"

• Violates End User License Agreement

🚨 **Groupon/eBay "Unused Licenses":**

• Previously activated elsewhere  

• Fails validation

• No updates/support

Real cost: Hours wasted + $99 gone.

Step-by-Step: Check Your Current Situation

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**1. OPEN QuickBooks → Press F2:**

✅ Current version? (2021 = renewal eligible)

✅ License type? (Subscription vs Perpetual)

**2. Help → Manage My License:**

✅ Active subscription? Renewal option shown?

✅ "Upgrade available" button?

**3. Intuit Account (accounts.intuit.com):**

✅ Active Desktop subscriptions listed?

✅ Renewal pricing shown?

Call 866-798-4134 with F2 info for personalized options.

If You Already Bought From Reseller (Fix It)

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**License working now:**

✅ Keep using until fails

✅ Export data regularly

✅ Plan migration to QBO

**License failed activation:**

1. File → Close Company → F2

2. Note exact error message  

3. Call Intuit: 800-954-2289 (activation)

4. Don't expect help (TOS violation)

Future-proof: Migrate to QuickBooks Online now.

QuickBooks Online Migration (Recommended Path)

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**Why switch:**

✅ Works anywhere (phone/laptop/travel)

✅ Automatic backups/updates

✅ Bank feeds auto-import

✅ Multi-user real-time

✅ No license headaches

30-day free trial** → **Export Desktop data** → **Done**

Pro Plus 2024 features → Essentials/Plus plan.

FAQs: Unable To Buy QuickBooks Pro Plus 2024

Is Pro Plus 2024 completely discontinued?

New purchases only. Existing users renew normally.

Can I buy from resellers?

Risky. Often stolen licenses that fail. Intuit won't support.

Upgrade from Pro 2023?

Yes, if current subscriber. Help → Upgrade → Renew.

Enterprise too expensive – alternatives?

QuickBooks Online trial. Migrate Desktop data free.

Already paid reseller, now locked out?

Export data immediately. Migrate to QBO. Call 866-798-4134.

Best long-term solution?

QuickBooks Online. No license issues ever.

Perfect for frustrated users hitting "out of stock" errors. Drives 866-798-4134 calls from buyers needing legitimate alternatives and migration help.