FAQ

Remove QuickBooks Desktop from the existing computer through Windows Programs and Features. Create a backup of your company file and save it to a USB drive. Install QuickBooks on the new computer using your product number and validation code. Restore your backup file from the File menu inside QuickBooks (File → Restore Company → Restore a Backup Copy). This process will properly move your QuickBooks and all your data to the new computer.

Yes, QuickBooks Desktop versions from 2016 through 2024 are compatible and can run on Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Because of that, no new Desktop versions (like 2025, 2026, etc.) were released for Pro or Premier, so 2024 became the final mainstream Desktop edition. Existing users can still use and renew their Desktop software for some time, but no new versions are being created.

QuickBooks Desktop does not completely “shut down,” but after the support date: • No updates. • No payroll, online feeds, or online services. The QuickBooks Desktop software will continue to work and will not stop running.

What “Plus” usually includes Automatic updates and upgrades Security patches The annual fee only applies if you use paid QuickBooks features such as payroll. If payroll is not used, there is no yearly fee.

Yes, QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2021 is compatible with Windows 10 and 11.

Yes, QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2021 is compatible with Windows 10 and 11.

QB Pro Plus 2024. If you currently have a paid version, you can upgrade to this version to avoid paying the subscription fees. You can't do your payroll or any pay services from QuickBooks, the only exception. If you need assistance, we can help you change your license number without having to remove your software. Or, if you prefer, you can just remove it and reinstall it with the new license number.

Yes, QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2021 is compatible with Windows 10 and 11.

Adding an XPS Document Writer with Windows Feature

1. Check inside Quickbooks. Open Quickbooks. Go to help > about QuickBooks desktop. You should see a valid license number and product number listed. If those fields are blank, trial only, or show an error, the license may not be valid. 2. When pressing the F2 key on your keyboard, it should display the license number and the product number. This means the license is original and the software is activated.

Simple guide (easy to remember) ✅ 2018–2020 → direct upgrade to 2021 ✅ 2014–2017 → upgrade in steps To upgrade your company file, you normally restore the original backup from your current QuickBooks version into QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2021. If you are upgrading from any version older than 2013, we can help you with the upgrade.

Yes Ralph, you can run most QuickBooks Desktop versions on Windows 10 and 11

Yes, QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2021 is compatible with Windows 10 & 11.

Please follow the instruction we provide you or you can watch this Instruction video.

Yes, when you install this version it will automatically update your current version from 2019 to QuickBooks Pro Desktop 2021 no subscription version.

Yes, remember to removed your current QuickBooks Pro 2021 plus, version first before installing this version.

To reset your Intuit ID settings, follow the steps shown in the sample picture

Removing Create an Intuit Account Message - If you had a previous Intuit account setup on your company file is not required with if you're no longer using QB independent services.

The computer you purchase is set up in S mode to only run Microsoft apps. How to change your settings to run regular applications: QuickBooks Desktop" Please follow the instruction video on how to change this option.

If I have an account with QuickBooks, can I stop the yearly subscription and upgrade to this version? Yes, you can. Simply remove your current version, install this version using our provided product code, and then open your company file as you normally would.