TurboTax Desktop Software Year Upgrade Clarification

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February 11, 2026
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Hello,

I purchased the TurboTax Desktop software in 2024. However, when I started filing my taxes this year for the 2026 tax filing, the software is still reflecting the 2024 version.

Could you please confirm whether a new purchase or an upgrade is required each year to file taxes for the current year? Also, let me know if there is an option to upgrade to the latest version without additional cost.

For reference, I am using the latest version of Windows 11 with all current updates installed.

Thank you for your assistance.

Best regards,
Shanthamurthy Hanumantharayappa

Best answer by DoninGA

Tax year 2025 is what being reported during calendar year 2026. Each tax year is a separate TurboTax program.

Go to this TurboTax website to purchase and download one of the 2025 desktop editions.- https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download/

DoninGA

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Level 15

Tax year 2025 is what being reported during calendar year 2026. Each tax year is a separate TurboTax program.

Go to this TurboTax website to purchase and download one of the 2025 desktop editions.- https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download/

shamu_h2001Author

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Thank you for the clear explanation. This answered my question and helped me understand the tax year versus calendar year difference. I appreciate the guidance and the link to the correct 2025 desktop edition.