will not open after update

mikeecollins — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 18:00:54 GMT

Re: will not open after update

MaxA1 — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 02:09:21 GMT

If TurboTax Desktop won't open after an update, try the following:

Troubleshooting Steps:

Restart Your Computer: A full reboot often resolves post-update launch issues.
Run as Administrator: Right-click the TurboTax icon and select Run as administrator to bypass permission issues caused by updates.

Fix Installation Issues:

Clear Cache/Cookies: Clear your browser cache and cookies as this can affect the software's ability to update.
- Here's a helpful link on how to clear cache; How to clear your cache
Repair Installation (Windows): Open Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, right-click TurboTax, and select Change/Repair.
Uninstall and Reinstall: If the repair fails, uninstall TurboTax, restart your computer, and download/install a fresh copy from the official site.