How do i get a free desktop version?

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January 1, 2021
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I get a free online version of TurboTax though my bank. In past years I've been able to change to a free desktop version before filing but I can't remember the steps I had to go through to get the free code from Intuit. Does anyone have the information need?

TurboTax Deluxe Online

Best answer by lmarking

I know it can be done, I’ve done it the last two years. There were non-intuitive steps that had to be done, but I found directions somewhere, followed them and accomplished my mission. Unfortunately I’ve misplaced the instructions.

i figured it out. I found a screenshot of my activation key from last year and went to the web address and was able to get a 2020 activation key for 2020 TurboTax Deluxe for free.

VolvoGirl

Level 15

No we don't. If you got a free desktop program that would have been an offer from your bank, credit union, broker, fund, etc. I've never seen any free desktop program offers. They are usually for $5 to $20 off depending on the version. I just bought Home & Business from Costco on sale, $15 off.

lmarkingAuthorAnswer

Level 2

i figured it out. I found a screenshot of my activation key from last year and went to the web address and was able to get a 2020 activation key for 2020 TurboTax Deluxe for free.

xmasbaby0

Level 15

@lmarking Maybe you qualify for one of the free online software versions that will become available in mid-January.

If you qualify to use it, there is another full-featured free version of the software:

Try Free File:

You qualify if your income was $39,000 or less, or $72,000 or less if active duty military, or if you qualify for Earned Income Credit

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1900583-what-is-turbotax-free-file-program

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/2026912-how-do-i-switch-to-turbotax-free-file-program

Note: If you do not qualify to use Free File then you will have to upgrade to Deluxe or higher in the paid versions of the software.

Online Deluxe $40 State software $40

Or—-Use this IRS site for other ways to file for free

https://apps.irs.gov/app/freeFile/

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