How do I switch from TurboTax Online to TurboTax Desktop?
by TurboTax • 
Updated December 11, 2025 2:21 PM
Follow these instructions to switch from TurboTax Desktop to TurboTax Online.
If you started your 2025 return in TurboTax Online and want to switch to TurboTax Desktop, here's how.
Install and/or open your 2025 TurboTax Desktop.
If you have not purchased TurboTax Desktop software, select the product you need to complete your return.
Important: If your return includes a state, make sure you also install the corresponding state program(s) in order to proceed.
Select Continue From TurboTax Online.
Sign in to your Intuit Account.
Your data will be imported into TurboTax Desktop, and your return will open once data transfer is complete.
