Any user using QuickBooks can easily install their QuickBooks software on their new workstation as well. And their QuickBooks license can also be easily transferred from their older workstation to their new workstation. Before the user can begin the very easy-to-follow transfer process, it is recommended that the user has the QuickBooks license number and product number in hand.
Transfer QuickBooks License from Old to New or Another Computer
These two numbers can be found easily by going to Help - About QuickBooks. Clicking on ‘About QuickBooks’ will open a popup window on the user’s screen, which will contain the license number and the product number.
Download QuickBooks Desktop on New Computer
Once the user has retrieved their QuickBooks license number and product number, they can proceed to download the QuickBooks software on their new workstation. If the user has a disk with the installation files on it, they can simply insert the disk into the workstation, and the setup wizard will tell the user what to do at each juncture.
Or, they can simply go to https://downloads.quickbooks.com/app/qbdt/products and download the 2024 version of QuickBooks that they were previously using on their old workstation. If they do not have a disk with the QuickBooks installation files. The executable file can be in the ‘Downloads’ folder on the workstation by default.
Install QuickBooks Desktop
Once the user can locate the downloaded file, they can follow these steps.
First, double-click on the executable file that was downloaded.
Then, the user can follow the on-screen instructions and accept the license agreement, and press ‘Next’.
At this point, the user will be asked to enter their license number and their product number.
They can provide this information and hit ‘Next’.
Now the user can activate the QuickBooks software by opening the application.
Then, the user can go to ‘Help’, which can be found in the menu bar, and then go to ‘Activate QuickBooks Desktop’.
Then the user can follow the on-screen instructions to verify their information.
Updating QuickBooks Desktop is essential to keep your financial software running smoothly. Regular updates ensure you have access to the latest features, bug fixes, and security enhancements. To update QuickBooks Desktop to 2024, follow these steps:
- Ensure you have a backup of your company file.
- Close all open QuickBooks files and the program itself.
- Download the latest update from the QuickBooks website or use the built-in update feature.
- Run the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Restart QuickBooks when prompted.
By staying current with updates, you not only enhance the program's functionality but also safeguard your financial data and maintain compliance with tax regulations.
