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Can you please make TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7. I don't want to change my OS just to run TT. Perhaps if enough folks complain, TT will change its ridiculous plan. I've been a user for 20 years and this really ticks me off.

williasp — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 17:22:54 GMT

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tagteam — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 17:29:27 GMT

You are off to a good start. Perhaps others will chime in on this thread.

However, I would be willing to bet that, regardless of whether the software is officially supported, it will install and run just fine on Windows 7 (which is essentially what happened with Windows XP).

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SweetieJean — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 17:29:34 GMT

Microsoft will implement Windows 7 "end of life" in January 2020, meaning it will discontinue all support, including paid support; and all updates, including security updates.

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SweetieJean — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 17:30:45 GMT

You can always use TT online.

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HACKITOFF — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 18:36:55 GMT

we all know the end of life story. but consider how many people would have to replace or upgrade there win 7 computers. in some cases they will be able to upgrade to W10, others won't, which means buying a new computer and probably a lot of other software if such is even available any more. I have a lot of custom designed and off the shelf software which won't run on 10 and the cost to replace it is substantial. Some can not be replaced and I need them for my businesses. I will not spend money just to be able to prepare returns using TT pc version. Intuit can do as it wants, but then I'll be looking at H&R Block or other tax software so see if it will run on 7. I use the pc version and from what I saw win 7 will still work if you use the online versions. the reason I use the pc version is i have many family members for which I prepare their returns - cheaper that paying to establish an online account for each - none of which can use the free version. Intuit should consider how many customers it could loose if it carries through with its plan not to support PC version of TT using win 7.

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williasp — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 20:02:45 GMT

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williasp — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 20:14:54 GMT

SJ: I have no interest in using TT online. My return is too complex plus I do returns for several family members.

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williasp — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 20:21:08 GMT

Hackitoff: Exactly. After 20 years with TT I hate to switch to another tax program, but TT is forcing my hand. Win7 is working beautifully for me and I don't want the hassle of changing OS. That always incurs unexpected problems and it takes days to get everything the way you want it. And, of course, there's always the issue of certain programs you use all the time suddenly not working on the new OS. And TT online is simply not a viable option. My return is too complex, plus I do returns for several family members.

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Critter — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 20:25:41 GMT

the good news is you don't have a MAC ... they have to upgrade every two years or so and many of the CPUs cannot be upgraded more than once or twice so a new unit needs to be bought ... at least with Windows they allow you to keep an OS for 10+ years.

I doubt that TT will keep Win 7 access for much longer ... even my professional program will required Win 10 for next tax season ... this means I need to upgrade 7 computers by the end of the year.

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BMcCalpin — Mon, 22 Jul 2019 02:47:41 GMT

Your real problem is Microsoft, in that Microsoft brought out Windows 10 but did not make it 100% backward-compatible with Windows 7.

It is very expensive to maintain software on multiple hardware and software platforms - that is why most software companies (not just Intuit) will cease support of their software when Microsoft stops support of the underlying operating system. I say this as someone with 30+ years experience in software development and support.

As noted above, your 2019 TurboTax software may still work fine on Win 10, if it doesn't use any operating systems calls that are unique to Win 10. It is definitely worth trying before you go off and invest time and energy in a new tax product.

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williasp — Mon, 22 Jul 2019 13:40:42 GMT

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Charlie75 — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 14:29:01 GMT

When I received the notification that Windows 7 will not be supported by TT I upgraded to Windows 10 and it has, and is, a train wreck. It keeps trying to update Windows 10 that was installed and freezes my computer.

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dmertz — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 15:02:39 GMT

For security reasons, there is zero chance that 2019 TurboTax will be supported under Windows 7 because extended support for Windows 7 ends before the filing deadline for 2019 tax returns.

Although a bit cumbersome, there are ways to run TurboTax in a Windows 10 virtual machine running on a Windows 7 host system.

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mrben — Sat, 27 Jul 2019 20:16:38 GMT

I have the same COMPLAINT -- I too have been using Turbo Tax for years --- Please respond

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SteamTrain — Sun, 28 Jul 2019 11:58:03 GMT

This "Community" is mostly just a bunch of users ( as am I )...and actual TTX staff do not visit here regularly in the off-season, other than to correct some flagged items ( where people have put in personal information for hackers to steal and use).

_____________________________

To send feedback directly to TTX, just start up your TTX 2018 desktop software...go up to the "Help" menu item and there is a feedback selection in that dropdown, to send your comments/requests directly to TTX.

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aircarl — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 13:14:24 GMT

If you still use Windows 7 you need to be concerned with security issues after January 12, 2020. While you can always use 3rd party programs (other than those than come with Windows 7), Microsoft will STOP providing security updates for Windows 7 after that date. Support for Windows 7 will end on Jan. 14, 2020. After that date Microsoft will no longer issue security updates to patch discovered vulnerabilities in the OS. At that point your exposure to hackers will increase. I strongly recommend that you upgrade to Windows 10.

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aircarl — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 13:18:39 GMT

Are you aware that you can set up a dual boot on a computer - it is easy to set up and you can find directions on the internet?

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davidmgreer — Wed, 07 Aug 2019 19:11:26 GMT

Critter: I've got a 2011 iMac. Running Windows 7 on VMWare Fusion. I run TT on the Mac OS but I could run it on Windows 7 on VMWare just as easily. On 1/1/2020 I will install Windows 10 on the VMWare application. No new machine required in either case.

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williasp — Wed, 07 Aug 2019 20:37:10 GMT

aircarl:

Thanks for the tip. I did a little quick research and think I get how to set it up. Now a basic question. If I have a dual boot set up on my pc - one Win 7 and one Win 10 - if I boot up with Win 10, will I still see my other programs and will they run on Win 10? For example, I have Firefox on Win 7 which stores my bookmarks and some login info for various websites. If I boot in Win 10, will I see Firefox and will it retain all my bookmarks and login info? Same question for Outlook? Will all my saved email addresses carry into the Win 10 version? I'm curious to understand what I'm getting into. I assume some old programs will not work in Win 10 - that's the downside of any upgrade.

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MostlyHarmless — Sun, 11 Aug 2019 03:56:01 GMT

If you want to get fancy, you can run Windows 10 in a virtual machine under Windows 7 (I have done this). But this all depends on what Intuit means by "not supported"; if it means "we are going check for win 7 to make it not run at all" that's pretty extreme; but if its "we won't even try to support you if you are running on windows 7", then is likely not to actually block people from using it. Considering that Intuit has not fixed some basic usability problems in the 10 years I've been using it, I doubt they are going to make any significant code changes in the normal course of development to make it NOT work on Win 7. As of today, I see that independent stats show windows 7 hold 31% of the windows install base (win10 58%, Win 8.1 only 6%). Seems like a bad business decision to cut off sales to that segment of the market. Plus, Microsoft does patch OSs after the support ends, if the issue is severe; Win XP was patched in May 2019.

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HACKITOFF — Sun, 11 Aug 2019 09:02:40 GMT

online would be fine for those with one return but how about for a family of 6 - husband wife and 4 adult children who have to file returns. great for TT's bottom line not so great for family.

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HACKITOFF — Sun, 11 Aug 2019 09:13:04 GMT

so. some are still running win 95 or win xp. i tried the compatibility check with win 10 and have expensive custom software that is not compatible. if TT is willing to reimburse me with the cost (originally in the $ 000's) of replacing this software, I'd be more than happy to migrate to 10. hope it works even if no support for those running win 7. if not, dual boot or virtual machine. of course

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tomandbjm — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 15:31:26 GMT

Microsoft is putting Windows 7, one of the most popular windows versions, to bed. Unfortunately, thousands of people prefer Windows 7 and now will be without support. TurboTax is also one of the most popular tax preparation products on the market and they will have tons of extremely unhappy people if they have to switch to Windows 10 in order to use TT. Hopefully, beginning with the 2019 tax year (in 2020), TurboTax will make some accommodations for all the people who prefer to keep their tried and true, big blue, Windows 7. Thank you for your support!

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Squarebuster01 — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 03:15:50 GMT

I buy TurboTax software from a membership store and get a big cost saving compared to the online version.

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HACKITOFF — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 05:44:25 GMT

what TT has not made clear is will 2019 be installable on earlier versions of windows just don't ask for support or totally incompatible with earlier versions of windows. maybe if H&R block software supports win7, I'll move over to it. It's cheaper but I found more complicated to use.

i have tried converting. using free software. my win 7 MBR disk to GPT (Win 10 only installs on GPT with an exception when installing on virtual machine) . unfortunately, the free stuff only converts data disks ( those containing no OS) from MBR to GPT. there is software available for a fee that says it can convert OS disks from MBR to GPT but haven't tried it. I would then install 10 in dual boot mode. the problem with dual boot - not only do you have to install 10 but drivers for video cards, certain keyboards, mice and printers and other soft

ware.

2nd option install virtual machine and then install 10 in virtual mode. it will work win 7 MBR disk but with certain VM's you have the same issue with drivers. Supposedly, MS VM is a type 1 VM which can access the drivers on the win 7 partition.

3rd I have spare disks and sata ports so I can install 10 as a separate OS. there would still be need to install drivers and other software and the boot priority would have to be changed back and forth.

4th I work for a CPA firm which allows its people to prepare their returns for free - no e file. and there is no import from brokerage firms or transfer of data from TT.

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aircarl — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 08:13:16 GMT

Go here to review what Intuit has posted in its web page -

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-topics/help/what-if-i-don-t-want-to-upgrade-from-windows-7/00/27617

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williasp — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 20:10:04 GMT

aircarl: That link is not much help. I, and I suspect many others, do not wish to use the online version of TT. I need to do several returns for family members and it's much easier to have the program running right here in front of me. Also, it's better to have it installed on the pc so you can always go back and fiddle with things at your leisure, including doing "what if" scenarios.

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williasp — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 20:20:55 GMT

Hackitoff: I am hoping TT will install on my Win 7 pc as in the past and hopefully does not have any problems running. It would be a real pain if you got 3/4 through your tax return and it decided to blow up or freeze permanently.

However, since posting this topic, I just purchased an inexpensive Win 10 laptop. I figured I can use the laptop as a learning device, among other things, as well as a backup device should my pc call it quits. I can transition some of my files to the laptop in the interim. And if TT doesn't work on my pc, I can just use it on the laptop.

I hate trying to adjust to a new operating system where "everything is different." It looks different, it works different, it's a pain in the butt. It took me two days trying to get the new Win Mail to download my Apple emails and contacts. (It was an Apple rep that gave me the key trick, since MSoft and Lenovo can't be bothered.)

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tagteam — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 20:25:05 GMT

wrote:
However, since posting this topic, I just purchased an inexpensive Win 10 laptop.

Best idea yet - Smart.

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aircarl — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 21:06:23 GMT

I agree - that is why I have used Windows 10 for 2 years.

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PJO — Sat, 31 Aug 2019 14:09:27 GMT

I have been using Turbo Tax for years and I don't want to change but if it's not compatible with Windows y bye bye Turbo Tax

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VolvoGirl — Sat, 31 Aug 2019 15:51:55 GMT

You can switch to the online version. We can tell you how to transfer from 2018 on your computer to the online version next year.

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Critter — Sat, 31 Aug 2019 18:04:14 GMT

FYI ...all the other programs will require win 10 so prepare to upgrade.

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tagteam — Sat, 31 Aug 2019 19:33:38 GMT

For those considering a switch to another consumer-level product, it would be well to bear in mind that the transfer from TurboTax to the other product could present issues, at least 100% of the data might not get transferred.

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aircarl — Sat, 31 Aug 2019 20:00:17 GMT

Windows 7 will not be safe to use next year - why take a chance. The big thing to note is that once extended support ends, Microsoft's official policy is to no longer patch security issues. That means if hackers and other cyber-criminals find a security flaw in the operating system, they'll effectively have free reign to exploit it.

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aircarl — Sat, 31 Aug 2019 20:03:22 GMT

There are a number of apps available to make Windows 10 look like Windows 7 - check online for ones with good reviews.

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johnmi44sbcglobal — Sun, 01 Sep 2019 17:28:03 GMT

I agree that the Support of Windows 7 is a must. Many businesses run 7 as OS and as employees we match our home machines to work.

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Critter — Sun, 01 Sep 2019 18:16:46 GMT

sorry ... all those business using win 7 will need to upgrade sooner rather than later ... my income tax office must upgrade 5 computers so we can use the 2019 professional tax program so I am also upgrading my home computer & laptop at the same time ... good thing I have a great tech person who will do it all on the cheap.

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Critter — Sun, 01 Sep 2019 18:21:02 GMT

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/askjack/2019/may/02/will-i-be-forced-to-upgrade-windows-7-to-windows-10

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magyarmedve — Fri, 13 Sep 2019 20:02:01 GMT

Hi All,

I understand the security concern, but like many others I am not a fan of Windows 10. It is nowhere as stable as Windows 7 (not to mention the disaster called Windows 8/8.1). There are numerous tech articles out there telling people about the vulnerabilities; they seem weekly.

If TT2019 will not install on WIN7 and there is no compatibility mode option, then we are stuck.

Creating a virtual WIN10 machine is certainly a way to go, but it will require a brand new WIN 10 license and it will not be eligible for a WIN7 to WIN10 upgrade (because you still have WIN 7 running).

Intuit SHOULD create and deliver a VM to run TT. It could be LINUX based and be done with it. I doubt they will do that. As far as security since it would be compartmentalized it would be super secure.

Intuit was once an excellent company and over the years has deteriorated in responsiveness to customer needs. It is more focused on licensing and profit. Unfortunate.

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Critter — Fri, 13 Sep 2019 23:13:27 GMT

Well complain all you like but progress will happen even if you don't like it ... a couple of years ago when XP was discontinued you could still use the TT program for a while however there was no guarantee the program would work correctly and absolutely no technical support was available. At least you are not using a MAC whose planned obsolescence program is much more aggressive ... you have to upgrade every 3 years or so.

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macuser_22 — Sat, 14 Sep 2019 00:33:29 GMT

Some software companies will issue *updates* for there product(s) for obsolete OS's, but I know of no software company that will write *NEW* software for a system that is no longer supported by the vendor of that system. For one thing compatibility issues that are the fault of the OS become impossible to resolve for unsupported OS's.

Systems such as Apple Mac must use the Apple software developers package in order to use the Apple (Mac) system functions and the developer software only supports the current and last two releases so it is not possible to develop new Mac software for any OS prior to OS X 10.13 since it cannot even be complied. Thus for 2019 only OS x 10.13 or later will be supported by TurboTax because it is not supported by Apple.

Windows developers of new software might have similar issues that the current compilers do not support the older systems.

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rmschure4288 — Sat, 14 Sep 2019 19:29:51 GMT

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tagteam — Sat, 14 Sep 2019 20:16:59 GMT

wrote:
If TT2019 will not install on WIN7 and there is no compatibility mode option, then we are stuck.

We do not know that for certain yet - this is a big "IF". It could very well be that the 2019 versions will install on W7 machines. You just cannot reasonably expect Intuit to provide support for an OS that is no longer supported by its developer.

As an aside, there are only, to the best of my knowledge, two (2) other companies that develop consumer-level income tax preparation software for installation on customers' computers. It will be interesting to see whether they support Windows 7 (I am betting they will not support it either).

Footnote: everyone should be aware that there are some liability issues here in supporting an outdated OS, particularly when customers are generating documents/files with such sensitive information as taxpayer identification numbers, et al.

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magyarmedve — Wed, 25 Sep 2019 18:13:02 GMT

Hi,

TT (along with other vendors) may want to reconsider this move if Microsoft will extended the end of life of Win 7. Why would Microsoft do this?

Microsoft is issuing security critical alerts (it has been in the press) one after an other. The update process is unstable and they have published workarounds. They are retrofitting the Win 10 update to be more like Win 7 (users can select critical versus optional updates).

Until this is stable, I will NOT upgrade to Win 10. TT should take this into consideration. It has the clout to put pressure on Microsoft.

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mesquitebean — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 00:43:11 GMT

@ williasp and others following this thread:

Here's some news on this issue:

TurboTax just put out a new official FAQ on Windows 7 and the upcoming 2019 TurboTax today (October 4). It looks like 2019 TurboTax (coming mid to late November) will still install and run on Windows 7, but you'll get a warning about the OS security, etc., and recommending that you upgrade for that reason. And in tax years to follow, it won't install at all. See the full details in the FAQ linked below:

FAQ: Windows 7 end of support impact for TurboTax

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-topics/help/windows-7-end-of-support-impact-for-turbotax/01/85...

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williasp — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 00:38:09 GMT

Thanks for the update mesquitebean.

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Cal1944 — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 05:21:05 GMT

I see that Turbo Tax have said that 2019 WILL be installable and useable on Windows 7 - it appears they just won't provide support. OK ..... but they definitely will NOT be offering this ability to run on Windows 7 for 2020. They suggest going 'on line'.... I don't want to prepare and file on line..I print my returns as I need to provide a rather detailed data and breakdowns with the returns I prepare for myself/family members. Why Microsoft discontinued Windows 7 is a total mystery to all of us who love this user-friendly system. I will certainly never go to Windows 10 which is a total disaster (or even 8). Mine is a working computer for home/office use - not game playing and surfing the ##*#($ web..and Windows 7 happily operates familiar and friendly old software like MS Money, MS Works etc. and etc. Intuit will be losing me as a customer after 2019 if they continue with this pigheadedness. They seem totally blinkered to those of us who have been loyal for many (many years. Oh well we can all hope some enterprising soul will step up to the plate ---perhaps with an even better set of tax software!?

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Critter — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 12:19:45 GMT

Well like it or not progress will not be stopped ... you may still own an antique Model T and it may run but getting service or parts for it is nearly impossible. Same for computer systems but the evolution for these machines are counted in months not decades.

An operating system has a limited life cycle and we have to accept this ... I personally still miss my XP. Again be happy you are using a WINDOWS product ... the poor MAC people need to upgrade every 2 - 3 years and their computers are 4 times as expensive.

You may think you can keep using the same OS but all your programs you run have updates that may not be compatible in the future and the viruses that can sneak into an unprotected system could wipe the hard drive or worse. If you are not going to unplug from the internet then good luck.

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williasp — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 13:04:34 GMT

Critter: Your tone seems a bit harsh. We're not talking one cooky old goat still driving a model T. We're talking about millions of normal people happy with driving their 2010 Camry that still runs just fine for the purposes it's used for.

One has to question the business sense of someone deciding it will no longer service those millions of Camrys.

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Critter — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 14:41:27 GMT

I am not trying to be harsh ... just a realist. You keep swinging at windmills but you are not going to win. Intuit cannot and will not continue to support an OS that is out of date. What you have to do it get WIN 7 reinstated by Microsoft ... that is where the real issue lies.

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Critter — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 14:54:46 GMT

You missed my analogy ... you are correct ... a 2010 model car is not old at all however a 2010 computer it is considered ancient like a model T. Sadly no one likes to be forced to upgrade but in our current world where technology changes in leaps and bounds weekly you cannot expect the manufacturers to continue to support all systems it produces. At some point they are discontinued like XP & vista & DOS.

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KL15P — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 22:46:46 GMT

I have two computers that I keep my tax information, programs and returns on. Onw is a Windows 7 machine and it is important to me that this OS is supported by Turbo Tax 2019! I would hate to have to change software providers over this single issue, but I am willing to.

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mesquitebean — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 22:59:39 GMT

@ KL15P

TurboTax should still work on Windows 7 for upcoming 2019 returns, but apparently will not install at all a year from now for 2020 returns. One needs to be aware that after January, Windows 7 will not be receiving security updates from Microsoft. I wouldn't think other tax software companies would continue making their product for expired Windows versions after the tax year 2019 product, either, but who knows.

I presume you scrolled this thread and read the FAQ mentioned above, but if not, here it is again:

TurboTax 2019 and Windows 7:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-topics/help/windows-7-end-of-support-impact-for-turbotax/01/859775#M2910

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tagteam — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 02:08:16 GMT

wrote:

I would hate to have to change software providers over this single issue, but I am willing to.

To which provider?

Other than TurboTax, TaxAct and H&R Block are the only two other, consumer-level, desktop tax preparation software providers of which I am aware. Do you suppose either one of those companies will make their installed tax preparation software compatible with Windows 7 for the 2020 tax year? I would be absolutely shocked if that were the case.

At least anyone who uses TurboTax and will not switch out of Windows 7 has close to a year and a half to figure out an alternative. Unfortunately, installed tax prep software is just not going to be an option as the other providers will abandon Windows 7 by, or before, that time.

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Critter — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 23:24:59 GMT

Hopefully you don't ONLY keep the tax info on ONE computer ... you should save BOTH a PDF and .taxfile for every tax year to a removable storage medium like a thumb drive so you always have access to the info incase the old computer implodes.

Save a Backup Copy of Your Tax File

To save a backup copy of your tax data file (.tax file) that can be opened and read by TurboTax CD/Download software, you'll need to choose your TurboTax product:

Similar-sounding—but very different—is saving a copy of your tax return as a PDF file, which is like a picture or "snapshot" of your tax return that you can view or print.

PDF files cannot be opened or read by TurboTax software, which means they cannot be used for amending or troubleshooting calculation issues.

Related Information:

What's the difference between the tax data file and the PDF file?

Why should I save a PDF copy of my return?

Saving a copy of your return as a PDF (in addition to the proprietary tax data format TurboTax uses) lets you open, view, and print your return using the free Adobe Reader or Foxit Reader software.

This is a lifesaver if your tax data file gets corrupted or if you no longer have the TurboTax software to open it in. The government also accepts a paper-filed return printed from the PDF.

Please note that TurboTax PDF files cannot be "read" by the TurboTax software the way the tax data file can, which means they cannot be used for amending, troubleshooting calculation issues, or for full prior-year transfer capabilities.

For specific instructions, refer to the Related Information section, below.

Related Information:

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1900937-why-should-i-save-a-pdf-copy-of-my-return

How can I protect the tax files on my computer?

Protect the sensitive information in your tax data files and tax-related PDF files with the following (the more, the merrier):

If you're on Windows XP, upgrade to Vista or higher, as Microsoft has stopped patching XP
Download and install the latest updates for Windows or Mac
Keep your firewall on at all times
Install and run virus- and spyware-protection software (and make sure to keep it updated)
Store your files in a folder where they cannot be shared
Password-protect your tax file
Use PDF encryption software to protect PDF copies of your return
Never email your tax or PDF files

Another option is to move your tax and tax-related PDF files off your computer and onto a storage device which you can then store in a secure location.

Related Information:

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HACKITOFF — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 06:48:03 GMT

i did find a solution. i bought and installed a second SSD (120GB less than $25) and converted to dual boot mode. however, when i buy the '19 software, I will first try to install on win 7. if it works, win 10 goes away and i use the drive for backup and storage.

i was actually able to download and install win 10 for $0 from Microsoft. its been over a month now and I have not gotten any messages when running 10 that I need to pay.

the key part to installation was when it came to entering product key, i just clicked continue.

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tagteam — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 15:11:33 GMT

wrote:

...if it works, win 10 goes away...

Might as well keep it; you are going to need it sooner or later.

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jnowotny — Sat, 09 Nov 2019 17:30:11 GMT

I am a senior (89) and I have used TT for over 10 tears and I do not want to change my platform from windows 7 to anything else.

I do not mind that Microsoft will not support Win 7next year.

Will I still be able to use TT 2019 with win 7? Please, please, please

George (Jerzy Nowotny)

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tagteam — Sat, 09 Nov 2019 18:08:07 GMT

The official Intuit statement can be found at the link below.

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-topics/help/windows-7-end-of-support-impact-for-turbotax/01/859775#M2910

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hscreen1 — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 03:23:26 GMT

So, I got TT today. I downloaded it, installed it and get the first screen. And was thrilled I wouldnt have to update and had another year to get a new computer or convert to Win10. I am a senior and my wife and I each have our own computer. We have been with TT Advantage for many years. The first screen was great. And then the blank activation screen was almost the last straw. I was on the phone with tech for over an hour...they were surprised the company would post a promise to let it work and then not.

I foolishly tried to upgrade to win 10. ruined my computer. It is now useless. So I have to either buy a new one or learn how to do a clean install. All this to pay my taxes....???WTF? Maybe if enought of us quit or threaten then they will send out a copy that supports win7. The problem is they already sent out cds which DO NOT.

I no longer trust this company.

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magyarmedve — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 04:28:50 GMT

Hi.

I just upgraded my Window7 Pro to Windows 10 Pro.

I am pretty technical and it was difficult since I could not use the upgrade procedure. It failed many times and I could not work around that. I eventually did a clean install (keep files, not apps) from a USB stick.

I still had to evaluate and reinstall the software I use.

TT has bought users another year, but due to Microsoft's decision to end of life Windows 10, eventually everyone will need to upgrade/migrate. Good malware and anti-virus software will help, but without security updates, you leave yourself at risk.

If we can figure out a way to communicate privately I am pretty sure I can get you going with Windows 10.

Let me know.

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williasp — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:56:34 GMT

I feel your pain. I am hoping TT will correct the bug in its program so that it will run on Win 7.

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williasp — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:58:03 GMT

Above post was for hscreen1.

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williasp — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:10:41 GMT

For magyarmedve.

I am very reluctant to upgrade my Win 7 pc only because upgrading usually results in a host of "surprise" issues/problems. My pc currently works perfectly and does everything I need it to do.

However, if you check one of my prior posts, you will see that I have a backup plan. I purchased a very inexpensive Win 10 Lenovo laptop at Walmart when it was on sale. The deal was too good to pass up. It came with a 128 GB SSD drive. I then purchased a 256GB SSD hard drive and added it as a second hard drive so I would have plenty of space. I haven't really used it for anything yet, but it appears to be working flawlessly. I figured I would use it on occasion to get used to working in Win 10. The problem with new software is figuring out how to adjust to it. You get used to working in one system and develop some expertise, then they "improve" the OS and now you have no idea what you are doing. I hate the learning curve where something you did before took seconds and now it takes 2 hours to figure out.

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JosephSay — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 22:51:43 GMT

If not run on Windows 7 then I will not buy Turbo Tax

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aappel4 — Wed, 27 Nov 2019 16:00:22 GMT

I checked with HR Block. They’re no better than Turbo Tax

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aappel4 — Wed, 27 Nov 2019 16:02:08 GMT

For how long?

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tagteam — Wed, 27 Nov 2019 16:05:05 GMT

wrote:

I checked with HR Block. They’re no better than Turbo Tax

You can add TaxAct to the list to round it out; no support for Windows 7 whatsoever.

As has been mentioned previously, those who insist on running Windows 7 into perpetuity will have virtually no options with respect to income tax preparation other than using an online version - installed (desktop) versions will simply not install and/or run on that OS.

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HACKITOFF — Wed, 27 Nov 2019 18:12:09 GMT

in preparation with TT's announcement that win 10 was needed for 2019 returns. , I created a dual boot system. one ssd with win 7 and one with win 10. win 10 software was free. before trying to install TT 2019 on win 7, i will use imaging software to create copy of the win 7 drive. i will then try to install TT. if it fails and messes up the os, i have an image to restore drive to its original state. will then try to install on the win 10 drive. I will also create an image of the win 10 drive before installing TT on it. who knows. TT could be so junky that it might not even install - my system surpasses minimum system requirements.

using tt for 2019 return on win 7 is a one year fix. because TT has said software for 2020 returns will not install on win 7.

good luck to all desktop users

by the way I used win 95 until windows xp was out for 2 years lost much software even with disk and no licensing requirements. would not run or install even in compatibility mode. issues seem to the software would not run on higher versions of direct x (no backward compatibility)

next was from xp to win 7 more software lost - same issues

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tm52 — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 18:02:13 GMT

So, is the TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7 or not? Intuit say "yes" in the ads and in Tech Support texts we have seen. Is it true? Should we trust them?

The vulnerability of Windows 7 is currently way overblown. Symantec/Norton still runs on Windows 7 and still runs on our kids Windows XP systems. Why should we throw away perfectly good hardware that runs just fine because Microsoft and Intuit say so? The kids PCs won't run Windows 7 so they will stay with XP until the hardware fails. We will run Windows 7 on our other PCs until the hardware fails. Intuit and TurboTax need to understand, we are the customer. Take it or leave it.

Thank you.

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mesquitebean — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 22:56:00 GMT

wrote:

So, is the TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7 or not? Intuit say "yes" in the ads and in Tech Support texts we have seen. Is it true? Should we trust them?

The vulnerability of Windows 7 is currently way overblown. Symantec/Norton still runs on Windows 7 and still runs on our kids Windows XP systems. Why should we throw away perfectly good hardware that runs just fine because Microsoft and Intuit say so? The kids PCs won't run Windows 7 so they will stay with XP until the hardware fails. We will run Windows 7 on our other PCs until the hardware fails. Intuit and TurboTax need to understand, we are the customer. Take it or leave it.

Yes, TurboTax 2019 will install and run on Windows 7. I've tried it on my own Windows 7 computer, even though I will ultimately be using it on Windows 10. Each time you launch the program, it may remind you on the landing screen that you are using Windows 7, which you can easily click and bypass. TurboTax recommends an upgrade to Windows 10, not because it won't run on Windows 7, but to protect you in general since Microsoft won't provide security updates to Windows 7 OS after January 2020.

Next year, however, TurboTax supposedly will not install at all on Windows 7. But the new current product for 2019 will.

Be aware there is a new licensing method this year. At the end of installation you will need to enter a license code to activate the product. The code is provided in your CD box or with your download info if a download is purchased online. The license code is good for up to 5 computers.

Also, all people who purchase CDs also qualify to get a complimentary download if they prefer (or don't have a CD drive) at the TurboTax website.

If you purchase the 2019 software and don't like it, you have a 60-day unconditional moneyback guarantee and can use the online refund request form.

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kites52001 — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 02:32:48 GMT

I just now downloaded the TT 2019... tried to install it on my windows 7 machine and all it does is come up with the splash screen warning you of windows 7... when you click install on windows 7 the screen goes away and it does nothing after that... as in it does not install at all.... I also downloaded it to my windows 10 machine that is my photo/video workstation where TT does not belong... I'll be doing my 2019 Tax this year on the windows 10 machine and then un installing it.... then I'll just have to do my taxes the old fashion way... print out the forms and manually do the taxes... this will be my last year with TT... if I had known it wasn't going to install on my windows 7 machine I never would have bought it... good bye TT...

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mesquitebean — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 05:51:22 GMT

wrote:

I just now downloaded the TT 2019... tried to install it on my windows 7 machine and all it does is come up with the splash screen warning you of windows 7... when you click install on windows 7 the screen goes away and it does nothing after that... as in it does not install at all....

I don't know why it's not installing on your machine. It installed OK on my Windows 7 machine after clicking on the warning screen to go ahead and install it on Windows 7, and for me the program runs fine on Win 7. Were you installing with administrator privilege?

I realize it doesn't help you to know that mine works. Here's how you can speak to TurboTax Support so they can question you further and troubleshoot your installation issue:

You can use the form at the link below to schedule a call back, or it may provide a number. Hours are 5AM-5PM Pacific (8AM-8PM Eastern) Monday-Friday.

Where the form asks what product you are using, be sure in the dropdown menu to indicate "CD/download" and the proper operating system, then indicate which Edition.

https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact

"if I had known it wasn't going to install on my windows 7 machine I never would have bought it"

If Support cannot solve the issue, and if you do not want to use it on the other computer, TurboTax does offer a 60-day moneyback guarantee.

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mesquitebean — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 05:52:38 GMT

Oops! The support link was missing from my response above. But I have inserted it there now. Here it is again. Hours are 5AM-5PM Pacific (8AM-8PM Eastern) Monday-Friday.

https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact

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Ediepie — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 16:07:19 GMT

Win 10 is a resource hog and by ceasing support MS will drive users of Win 7 on older platforms toward purchasing new hardware in order to run Win 10. My 5-year old laptop won't run Win 10. My choices are to remain with a locked-down Win 7 and if Intuit fails to directly address whether TT for 2019 will run under the Win 7 OS by early January, I'll set up a dual boot of a Linux variant and run TaxAct to file my 2019 taxes. Intuit - please answer the mail!

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tagteam — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 16:38:39 GMT

wrote:

....if Intuit fails to directly address whether TT for 2019 will run under the Win 7 OS by early January, I'll set up a dual boot of a Linux variant and run TaxAct to file my 2019 taxes. Intuit - please answer the mail!

I would check the system requirements carefully since it does not appear as if any desktop version of TaxAct officially supports Windows 7.

Ultimately, you will be similarly situated with respect to all consumer-level, desktop versions of tax preparation software.

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Diogenator — Wed, 01 Jan 2020 20:51:49 GMT

I agree 100%. My oldest TurboTax CD is for tax year 1998, and I've been a loyal customer ever since. However, being forced to change my OS is not a good business plan. Scores of programs are built to run on various OS upgrades, so why can't TurboTax? I was not happy being forced by Intuit to go from XP to W7, and I'll be darned if they think they can forced me to upgrade again. Time to check out the competition and/or even open-source solutions.

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Vanessa3 — Thu, 02 Jan 2020 13:16:17 GMT

TurboTax 2019 will run on a Windows 7 computer. However, since Microsoft has stopped providing security updates, upgrading is recommended but not required to install TurboTax 2019.

This is a Microsoft thing, not a TurboTax thing.

Solved: Will TurboTax 2019 still operate on Windows 7 ...

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tagteam — Thu, 02 Jan 2020 17:21:17 GMT

wrote:

...Time to check out the competition and/or even open-source solutions.

With all due respect, and to be perfectly blunt, why bother? After the 2019 tax year, you are not going to find any competitor that will provide a solution that does not involve upgrading your OS.

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lg20467 — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 00:02:38 GMT

The best place to complain is to Microsoft for ending Win 7 support. The last thing Turbotax needs is media reports of their customers being hacked and data stolen from their tax returns. For this reason. TT simply cannot afford to continue to install their products on an unsupported operating system.

The thing to do is go to Microsoft. XP users got an extra year of support when that ended because so many users complained to them about ending XP support. We have here the same situation. MS has ended support for Win 7 so ALL software vendors have to stop supporting it.

lg20467

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DavidD66 — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 16:51:53 GMT

The Desktop Version of Turbo Tax for 2019 will install on computers running Windows 7. If you’re using TurboTax Online, there’s no impact to you as long as you meet the minimum system requirements. For more information, click on the following link to see a TurboTax Help article on the subject: Windows 7 end of support impact for TurboTax.

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kathrynfoster36 — Sat, 25 Jan 2020 21:56:37 GMT

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logangrey — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 13:01:14 GMT

I am NOT buying or upgrading to windows 10 tried it hate it! I have used TT Home Business for past 5 yrs IF TT Disc will not work in 2020 and beyond 2019 will be the LAST year I use TT! Your choice TT

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logangrey — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 13:01:57 GMT

AGREE!

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logangrey — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 13:04:43 GMT

yes including overloading and crashing your computer! Not everyone has 2k to dump into a computer they use to pay bills and file taxes as its main purpose!

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Critter — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 13:15:45 GMT

FYI ... you will not be able to use any downloaded tax programs after this year ... the other major tax programs do not support Win 7 now. You can use the online version instead. And I just bought a new CORE i5 laptop for less than $600 so I don't know where you are shopping ... and if you have a desktop version you only need to buy the tower since you already have the peripherals.

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smihaila — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 19:35:16 GMT

This is all hogwash. There is simply nothing preventing TurboTax 2019 - both the US and Canada editions, from working on Windows 7.

It is an artificial limitation that Intuit seemed to have purposely introduced.

For the US 2019 version, at least they show you a warning dialog about Win7 becoming End-Of-Life BUT still allowing the user to proceed with the installation on win7.

For the Canadian 2019 version however, they took out that warning dialog, and the installer, by default, is blatantly preventing you from doing an install on a win7.

For how many times are the Canadians screwed over by Intuit!??

I have found a solution to install the TurboTax Canada 2019 edition on a win7. Can show you how it can be done. Just message me.

Thanks.

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aircarl — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 21:41:25 GMT

There are a number of apps that make Windows 10 screens look and feel like Windows 7. They are easy to install - type in "make windows 10 look like windows 7".

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smihaila — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 22:01:54 GMT

Re: "There are a number of apps that make Windows 10 screens look and feel like Windows 7. They are easy to install - type in 'make windows 10 look like windows 7'.

This ^ along with the other posts "recommending" to buy a laptop with win10, are amongst the most idiotic recommendations. Why the heck would I want to (a) buy win10 / a crappy OS that not only is bloated but also SPIES on you, (b) buy a laptop just to have win10 or (c) Buy a win10 and customize it to look like win7.

The dumbest post I've seen. Wake up folks!

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HACKITOFF — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 22:28:41 GMT

you don't need a win 10 computer if you use the online version of TT for your 2020 return. otherwise unless TT changes it's mind you'll have to find another option.

I use desktop because I have to prepare family returns. what i did was buy a 120GB SSD which i loaded win 10 on (free download from MS) just to do tax return. created dual boot. fater finishing deleted dual boot and removed drive though technically could disable thru BIOS.

Re: Can you please make TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7. I don't want to change my OS just to run TT. Perhaps if enough folks complain, TT will change its ridiculous plan. I've been a user for 20 years and this really ticks me off.

smihaila — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 04:44:27 GMT

Folks, it's simple: this is how to make it install on win7:

1. Run the official installer and wait until it shows the "win7 not supported" error dialog.

2. Do NOT close the dialog.

3. Search in your system TEMP folder for the extracted TurboTax files. You should see a "TurboTax 2019 Installer.exe" file or something like that.

4. Make a copy of the folder containing that .exe and all the other files in that folder.

5. Now you can click ok to close the "win7 not supported" error dialog.

7. Go to the folder where you made sure to copy the extracted files.

8. Run the "TurboTax 2019 Installer.exe".

9. It will again show some error log like "cannot run installer unless via setup.exe " or something like that.

10. Search again in your system TEMP folder for something like "TurboTax 2019 install.msi" (or a similar file with .msi file extension).

11. Make a copy of the folder containing the msi file.

12. Click ok to close the stupid "cannot run installer unless xyz" dialog.

13. Open a command prompt in Admin mode.

14. cd to the folder where you made a copy of the msi file.

15. Type the following: msiexec /i path_to_that_msi_file /passive

And voila, it will install, and no more Intuit stupidity. Also no need for win10, dual boot, laptops to buy, and other dumb things...

You're welcome.

Re: Can you please make TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7. I don't want to change my OS jus...

DaraLO — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 16:55:54 GMT

TurboTax 2019 CD/Download software will install and run on a Windows 7 computer. However, we strongly recommend upgrading your operating system before installing due to the fact that Microsoft no longer provides security updates or support for PCs running Windows 7.

Reference: Minimum system requirements for TurboTax Windows s ...

Re: Can you please make TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7. I don't want to change my OS jus...

smihaila — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 22:41:50 GMT

Re: "TurboTax 2019 CD/Download software will install and run on a Windows 7 computer"

This statement is only partially true:

- US version of TurboTax 2019: win7 is accepted (but with a warning dialog).

- Canadian version of TurboTax 2019: win7 is REJECTED completely. Hence the sequence of steps I was recommended previously, which will allow the install to proceed.

Re: Can you please make TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7. I don't want to change my OS jus...

LeonardS — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 22:55:38 GMT

Microsoft ended mainstream support for Windows 7 on January 14, 2020. Without the support and updates from Microsoft Windows 7 will lack the security to efile tax returns.

Re: Can you please make TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7. I don't want to change my OS jus...

Critter — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 23:23:11 GMT

This is the US forum thus all the answers here are for the US program.

Re: Can you please make TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7. I don't want to change my OS jus...

oskar — Fri, 06 Mar 2020 14:24:35 GMT

Like others I've been hoping that either the turbotax experts would tell us HOW to make Win7 work not just that it will work, or that community experts would find a straightforward procedure and let us know. As it happens I found a trivial solution that works on my computer, and hope it works for others.

Go to the downloaded turbotax exe file, right-click, and choose Properties.

At the bottom of the properties box there's a statement that this file came from another computer and might be blocked to protect your computer. Beside it there's an Unblock button. Click it and everything works!

Re: Can you please make TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7. I don't want to change my OS jus...

LeonardS — Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:05:32 GMT

Microsoft ended mainstream support for Windows 7 on January 14, 2020. Without the support and updates from Microsoft Windows 7 will lack the security to efile tax returns.

Re: Can you please make TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7. I don't want to change my OS just to run TT. Perhaps if enough folks complain, TT will change its ridiculous plan. I've been a user for 20 years and this really ticks me off.

finnefo — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:45:34 GMT

yes i am also leaving turbo tax for another tax software, yes i do know i can use it one more time but why if turbo is dropping support, absolutely absurd to force a windows upgrade JUST to use your software, are you freakin kidding me????? h&r block will import turbo files, on the phone right now to see if they are dropping support as well, if so, move to another competitor, total bs, bu bye

Re: Can you please make TurboTax 2019 compatible with Windows 7. I don't want to change my OS just to run TT. Perhaps if enough folks complain, TT will change its ridiculous plan. I've been a user for 20 years and this really ticks me off.

aircarl — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 15:00:14 GMT

TurboTax for tax year 2019 and QuickBooks 2020 will install on Windows 7 (Service Pack 1 or later) PCs. However, they strongly recommend upgrading your operating system before installing these products.

As of January 14, 2020, Microsoft no longer provides security updates or support for PCs running Windows 7. This means that computers running on Windows 7 will be more vulnerable to security risks and viruses. To avoid these risks, Microsoft recommends upgrading to Windows 10.