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New Member
posted Jun 1, 2019 5:13:03 AM

I have Windows Vista and was looking for options to continue using TurboTax short of buying a new computer?

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Level 9
Jun 1, 2019 5:13:05 AM

If you are planning to use TurboTax Online version to complete your return, Windows Vista is fine to use as long as your computer meet all other requirements below and supports one of the web browsers listed under Windows Vista. 

You may not be able to use the TurboTax desktop version unless the administrator rights option works for you. Administrator rights are required to install and run TurboTax on Windows Vista or later. And you can see more on requirements for desktop version here Minimum System Requirements for TurboTax Windows Software

TurboTax Online System Requirements for Tax Year 2017

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Level 1
Jan 21, 2020 9:54:13 AM

I have Windows Vista and have done my taxes online with TurboTax for the last four years. I haven't had a problem but this year Turbo is telling me I need a different version of Chrome which is not supported in Vista so I can't log in.

Level 1
Jan 22, 2020 6:51:25 PM

I am having the same problem. Have you worked out a solution?

New Member
Jan 31, 2020 6:20:39 PM

I have the same problem, has any one found a solution, I have windows vista with google chrome downloaded. Used for many years and last year also. HELP

New Member
Jan 31, 2020 6:28:02 PM

As of January 14, 2020, Microsoft will no longer provide 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.

 

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Minimum system requirements for TurboTax Windows software

Here are the minimum system requirements for TurboTax 2016 through 2019 software for Windows Basic, Deluxe, Premier, Home & Business, and Business editions. We no longer sell or support TurboTax for 2015 or earlier tax years.

Operating System

  • 2019: Windows 10, Windows 8.0/8.1. Although TurboTax 2019 will install on Windows 7 (Service Pack 1 or later), we strongly recommend upgrading your operating system before installing. More info
  • 2017 and 2018: Windows 10, Windows 8.0/8.1, or Windows 7 (Service Pack 1 or later)
  • 2016: Windows 10, Windows 8.0/8.1, Windows 7 (Service Pack 1 or later), or Windows Vista (Service Pack 2 or later)

 

 

So I guess this is saying you can not use windows vista?   sigh

Level 2
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