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New Member
posted Jun 7, 2019 4:02:32 PM

How do I download turbotax directly to my computer without a CD.

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New Member
Jun 7, 2019 4:02:34 PM

To download Turbo Tax directly to your computer without a CD, visit the Turbo Tax site that I've provided.

When you choose the option to 'Buy Now' under the product of your choice, a pop up window will then ask you if you currently are using a PC/Windows or Macintosh computer. Do NOT choose the 'I'd like to order a CD' option at this time.

Choose whichever option applies to you and continue on to the next couple of screens in order to download the software of your choice directly to your computer.

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download/


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New Member
Jun 7, 2019 4:02:34 PM

To download Turbo Tax directly to your computer without a CD, visit the Turbo Tax site that I've provided.

When you choose the option to 'Buy Now' under the product of your choice, a pop up window will then ask you if you currently are using a PC/Windows or Macintosh computer. Do NOT choose the 'I'd like to order a CD' option at this time.

Choose whichever option applies to you and continue on to the next couple of screens in order to download the software of your choice directly to your computer.

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/cd-download/


Level 1
Nov 24, 2019 2:26:04 PM

I already purchased and received the CD but I haven't a place on my computer for installing CD

Level 15
Nov 24, 2019 2:30:16 PM

For 2019?  There should be a card with the CD that says how to download the program.  Where did you buy the CD?  Also you will need the License Code that is included.

Level 15
Nov 24, 2019 2:32:48 PM

Oh, you don't need that card.  This says how to download it.

How to install Turbo Tax if you don't have a CD drive

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/i-bought-the-cd-but-my-computer-doesn-t-have-a-cd-drive/01/26450

New Member
Feb 7, 2020 5:17:38 PM

I purchased the CD but do not have a place to install it. I have an account but can not get past  that and can not find a place to enter license # from package. 

Intuit Alumni
Feb 8, 2020 8:27:37 PM

Please see the below troubleshooting FAQ to assist installing your Product:

 

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/i-bought-the-cd-but-my-computer-doesn-t-have-a-cd-drive/01/26450

New Member
Feb 26, 2020 10:09:15 AM

How do I do my turbotax without a cd player that I have already purchased

 

 

Level 15
Feb 26, 2020 10:10:45 AM

Didn't the links posted above work?  Where do you get stuck?

New Member
Apr 5, 2020 11:55:13 AM

I purchased TurboTax Basic  I tried to install it does not load  I tried loading on line.  I can see the file in the download folder  I double clicked  I can see it start to upzip but it stalls  I have tried disabling the filewall and anti virus without effect  What else can I try?

Expert Alumni
Apr 6, 2020 1:26:11 PM

Sometimes it's best to speak with someone.

 

The most efficient way for you to connect with the right person to get the help you need is to select the version you are using below.

We're open daily from 5 AM to 9 PM PT.

 

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New Member
Jan 22, 2021 8:31:44 AM

this sure makes it difficult I purchased turbo tax Premier 2020 from Costco same as I did last last year I just want to download the program  can't get to where I put in the license code

Level 15
Jan 22, 2021 8:35:01 AM


@jerhasz wrote:

this sure makes it difficult I purchased turbo tax Premier 2020 from Costco same as I did last last year I just want to download the program  can't get to where I put in the license code


The license code is required when installing the software.

See this TurboTax support FAQ if your computer does not have a CD drive - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/installing/help/i-bought-the-cd-but-my-computer-doesn-t-have-a-cd-drive/01/26450

New Member
May 11, 2021 8:14:52 AM

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New Member
Nov 22, 2022 1:57:57 PM

Help me download turbotax without a CD

Level 15
Nov 22, 2022 2:13:30 PM
New Member
Dec 30, 2022 12:16:13 PM

I purchased Premier turbotax and want to download direct to my computer. I have the license code. How do I proceed?

Level 15
Dec 30, 2022 12:41:52 PM


@Volkwagen wrote:

I purchased Premier turbotax and want to download direct to my computer. I have the license code. How do I proceed?


Sign onto you download account using the same User ID used to purchase the software from TurboTax - https://shopping.turbotax.intuit.com/unified/downloads?route=myaccounts&cgcview=downloads

New Member
Jan 10, 2023 2:39:06 PM

I already purchased and received the CD but I haven't a place on my computer for installing CD. I have been using turbo tax many years and have an account. I have been trying to download my purchased 2022 TurboTax Advantage but it apparently is treating me as a new turbotax user. 

Level 15
Jan 10, 2023 2:42:10 PM


@pjacks wrote:

I already purchased and received the CD but I haven't a place on my computer for installing CD. I have been using turbo tax many years and have an account. I have been trying to download my purchased 2022 TurboTax Advantage but it apparently is treating me as a new turbotax user. 


Have you tried signing onto your advantage account and downloading the 2022 installation file - https://accounts-tax.intuit.com/turbotaxadvantage

 

Some users have multiple TurboTax accounts, so you could be subscribed under a different account. To find all your accounts, use the Account Recovery tool and then sign in to TurboTax Advantage with each account.

New Member
Feb 24, 2023 8:35:44 AM

I purchased software, but not sure how to install using the license code

Level 15
Feb 24, 2023 8:37:17 AM
Returning Member
Feb 27, 2023 4:40:33 PM

i bought and used turbo tax for business in 2021. i have a new laptop without a disk drive. how can i download turbo tax

 

Intuit Alumni
Feb 28, 2023 8:35:28 AM

If your computer doesn't have a CD drive, you can download your software using the license code that came with the software.  Refer to the following Help Article for instructions:  I bought the CD, but my computer doesn't have a CD drive

 

@rgferranti