Learn how to download QuickBooks Desktop.

Are you ready to download QuickBooks Desktop? The following sections provide the download links you need to get started and answer some frequently asked questions.

Download QuickBooks Desktop

First, download the appropriate installation file for your product.

To begin your installation, go to the Downloads & Updates page to get the download link for the version of QuickBooks you purchased.

• ProAdvisors: Log into your QuickBooks ProAdvisor Center to download your software
• Accountants: Log into CAMPS to download your software

To download the installation file:

1. From the Downloads & Updates page, select your country, product, and version.If you don’t know what version you use, see Not sure what version you use?
2. Select Download.

If you already have QuickBooks Desktop and want to upgrade your product to a newer version, see Upgrade to a New Desktop version.

Questions about downloading

How do I find my license and product numbers?

What if I just need to update my software?

Why isn’t my version of QuickBooks Desktop available to download?

Activate QuickBooks Desktop for Windows

1. With QuickBooks Desktop open, press the F2 key.
2. In the Product Information window, verify the registration status next to the License number.If the status is Activated, you’re all set!
3. If the status is Not Activated, select OK to close the Product Information window, then, from the Help menu, select Activate QuickBooks.

Follow the on-screen prompts to verify your information and complete the activation process.

Activate QuickBooks Desktop for Mac

1. From the QuickBooks menu, select Register QuickBooks.
2. Enter the License Number and Product Number, and select Next.
3. Select Register Online.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the registration.

If the Register option doesn’t appear, the software is already registered.

Older versions

In line with Intuit’s discontinuation plan for older products, discontinued products cannot be registered for the first time. You can re-register discontinued products if they have been registered before and are being reinstalled.

You can contact us to get the validation code, but assisted support for discontinued products is no longer available.