Desktop vs Online filing

erubakh · ‎February 24, 2023

I have used Online version of TurboTax online since 2006.
By some reason (which i don't understand) online version become more expensive than desktop therefore I'm considering to buty a desctop version from Costco.
My question is if I buy the desctop version of Turbot Tax Premier will I be able to login to my account that I used for years and still access my data as I am with my Online filing?

DaraLO · ‎February 25, 2023

You will always be able to log into your online account to access prior-year returns filed with TurboTax Online. However, when you prepare your taxes using the CD/Download, your returns are not saved online. You will need to save copies to your computer (or storage device of your choice) and keep up with them yourself.

Reference: How do I get a copy of a tax return prepared with the TurboTax CD/Download software?

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DaraLO · ‎February 25, 2023

You will always be able to log into your online account to access prior-year returns filed with TurboTax Online. However, when you prepare your taxes using the CD/Download, your returns are not saved online. You will need to save copies to your computer (or storage device of your choice) and keep up with them yourself.

Reference: How do I get a copy of a tax return prepared with the TurboTax CD/Download software?

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