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how can I purchase turbotax download 2023 mac desktop

  • December 11, 2024
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    Level 15
    December 11, 2024

    You cannot change the tax year.   The current online program is for 2024 only.   Only a 2024 return can be prepared online and only a 2024 return can be e-filed.

     

    Online preparation and e-filing for 2021, 2022, and  2023 is permanently closed.

    Note:  The desktop software you need to prepare the prior year return must be installed/downloaded to a full PC or Mac.  It cannot be used on a mobile device.

     

    To file a return for a prior tax year

     If you need to prepare a return for 2021, 2022, or 2023  you can purchase and download desktop software to do it, then print, sign,  and mail the return(s)

    https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

    You may also want to explore purchasing the software from various retailers such as Amazon, Costco, Best Buy, Walmart, Sam’s, etc.

     

    Remember to prepare your state return as well—if you live in a state that has a state income tax.

     

    https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/state-taxes/help/how-do-i-contact-my-state-department-of-revenue/00/25573 

     

    When you mail a tax return, you need to attach any documents showing tax withheld, such as your W-2’s or any 1099’s.  Use a mailing service that will track it, such as UPS or certified mail so you will know the IRS/state received the return.

     

    Federal and state returns must be in separate envelopes and they are mailed to different addresses.  Read the mailing instructions that print with your tax return carefully so you mail them to the right addresses.

    **Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to offer the most correct information possible. The poster disclaims any legal responsibility for the accuracy of the information that is contained in this post.**
    VolvoGirl
    Level 15
    December 11, 2024

    To do a prior year return you have to buy the Desktop program here,
    https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products
    You will need a full Windows or Mac to install it on.


    How to download your purchase
    https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/how-do-i-download-the-software-i-purchased-at-turbotax-com/00/26075

    DoninGA
    Level 15
    Level 15
    December 11, 2024

    Go to this TurboTax website to purchase and download one the 2023 desktop editions - https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/

    Level 2
    August 29, 2025

    This software for 2023 costed $390. And it doesn’t work on Mac. It’s 2023. Where do we download a Nac version? The instructions do not work. I added my Key and still nothing and it won’t download. I am so stuck. Frustrated. 

    Mike9241
    Level 15
    Level 15
    August 29, 2025

    $390 - don't know where you bought it - did you buy Turbotax Business - that's windows only 

     

    see this page 

    this is Turbotax 2023 desktops apps - note the Business version is for windows only. this just to show normal pricing 

    https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/ 

    system requirements

    https://ttlc.intuit.com/turbotax-support/en-us/help-article/product-system-requirements/minimum-system-requirements-turbotax-mac-software/L5ar0Busw_US_en_US 

     

     

    once purchased, if purchased from a legit site, you should be able to download it after signing into your Turbotax account - go to the products and billing section once logged in make sure the MAC version is specified.  

     

    if you don't see it you may have been scammed. 

     

    for support help

    5am-5pm Pacific Time (8-8 Eastern) Monday - Friday
    https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact

    800-446-8848

    Mike9241