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Can I use TurboTax Online if I bought the CD?

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Andrew Ramirez

Published Mar 10, 2026

Can I use TurboTax Online if I bought the CD?

No, the CD purchase does not allow use of TurboTax Online. You will need to decide which one to use. Be aware that the CD version is more fully-featured than the Online version. It does not have form limitations, and has the popular Forms Mode that the Online version does not have.

How do I switch from TurboTax Online to TurboTax CD?

Can I transfer online turbotax in process to desktop CD version? Didn’t pay for online yet. Thanks!

  1. Go to turbotax.com and log in to the account you already started a return in.
  2. In TurboTax Online, My Account, then click Tools, and then select Save your 2016 return to your computer.

Can TurboTax CD be used more than once?

The CD/download product installed on your computer can be used to file multiple tax returns and efile up to 5 federal returns for one purchase price. The online product can only be used to prepare and file one return on each account.

Is TurboTax download same as CD?

Intuit’s TurboTax downloadable and disc versions are functionally identical. The differences between the two versions can all be attributed to the unique distribution methods.

Can you download TurboTax without CD?

You can still install TurboTax if you don’t have a built-in or external CD drive. Then, contact us and a Support Representative will push a download into your TurboTax account. Once that’s been done, simply sign in to My Downloads to download your TurboTax software.

Can TurboTax Advantage customers access their product download until the CD has been received in the mail?

Since your order says Advantage CD, AFAIK as in previous years, you should get a download automatically in your download section in your Advantage account even before the CD arrives. In addition, when you get the CD, it will also have download instructions for all users.

How do I get .tax files from TurboTax?

If you used TurboTax Online, you can log in and print copies of your tax return for free.

  1. Step 1: Download Form 4506.
  2. Step 2: Enter required data.
  3. Step 3: Enter address.
  4. Step 4: Enter form used.
  5. Step 5: Enter number of returns.
  6. Step 6: Sign and mail.

Can you export TurboTax Online?

Sign in and open or continue your return. Select Tax Tools and then Tools from the left menu. In the Tools Center pop-up, select Save your 2020 return to your computer. The file will download with the name taxReturn.

Can I share TurboTax CD with a friend?

You can complete and file tax returns using the TurboTax software for anyone, it is not limited to family. However, you cannot use the software if you are being paid to prepare the tax returns as the software is not licensed for paid tax preparers.

How many times can you use a TurboTax license code?

TurboTax can be installed on up to five computers using the same license code.

How do I download TurboTax 2020 if I bought the CD?

That’s OK — you can download your software directly from TurboTax.

  1. Go to InstallTurboTax.com.
  2. Set up a TurboTax account if you don’t already have one. If you do, sign in.
  3. Enter your license code in the pop up window.
  4. Select your operating system, and select Get Download.
  5. Download your software and install.

What is the catch with TurboTax free?

TurboTax Free Guarantee: $0 Federal + $0 State + $0 To File offer is available for simple tax returns with TurboTax Free Edition. 100% Accurate Calculations Guarantee: If you pay an IRS or state penalty or interest because of a TurboTax calculation error, we’ll pay you the penalty and interest.

Can you send a TurboTax CD back to Costco?

However if you insist on using the online program and Costco won’t take a return, you can either send the CD into Turbotax for the 60 day money back guarantee and then file online separately, or call customer support and ask if they can apply the CD cost to the online program. The Satisfaction Guaranteed policy and claim form are here.

What is the license code for TurboTax at Costco?

Purchased Turbotax at Costco. Completed my taxes online. Ready to check out but I don’t see anyway to enter License Code so I can be credited for my Costco Purchase? So is the license code the code on the box, is this the code JPM331368827. I think we maybe talking about different things here.

Can you use the online version of TurboTax?

I purchased turbotax at Costco, but I would like to file online. Can I use that purchase to credit my online account? No. But you can efile from the Desktop program. Why don’t you want to use the CD you bought? It has more features than the online version.

Can You efile from a desktop TurboTax CD?

No. But you can efile from the Desktop program. Why don’t you want to use the CD you bought? It has more features than the online version. You can not move a return from the Desktop program to the online version except to transfer into the next year. Did you use online last year? You can transfer from last year into the Desktop program.

How much does it cost to use TurboTax online?

TurboTax State eFile Cost: While downloading State is free, it costs money to efile your state return unless you file early. Here are the State fees for TurboTax: Free State efile (early) with Absolute Zero. State efile: Cost: $39.99 per state – Learn more.

Is TurboTax free?

The TurboTax app is free to download. It’s free to file a simple federal and state return, but more advanced tax needs may require payment.

What is the price of TurboTax Deluxe?

The lineup and pricing of TurboTax have changed slightly for the 2018 tax year. The company is once again offering its Free Edition (free federal and state for 1040 filers; includes support for the W-2 form, the Earned Income Credit (EIC), and child tax credits). TurboTax Deluxe costs $59.99 for federal taxes and $39.99 per state.

How much is TurboTax Premier?

June 5, 2019 11:26 PM Turbo Tax Premier Online is $54.99 plus a fee of $36.99 for a state additional.* Turbo Tax Premier CD/Download is $89.99 and includes one state download and up to 5 federal e-files.* * Prices are subject to change.