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posted Jun 3, 2019 10:31:07 AM

I installed Deluxe on my Mac desktop with OS X version 10.10.5, but my computer will not verify the download. OS is updated. How do I operate the download?

What Mac OS version do I need for Turbo Tax Deluxe?

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Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 10:31:09 AM

Mac CD/Download Products

Below are the minimum requirements for TurboTax Federal 2018 software installed on a Mac computer.

Processor
  • Multi-core Intel Processor with 64-bit required.
Monitor
  • 1024x768 screen resolution or higher.
Operating Systems
  • macOS Sierra 10.12 or later.
RAM
  • 2 GB or more recommended.
Hard Disk Space
  • 650 MB for TurboTax.
Internet Connection
  • 56 Kbps modem (Broadband connection highly recommended).
  • Required for product updates.
Printer
  • Any Macintosh-compatible inkjet or laser printer.
Technical SupportCD/DVD drive required

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Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 10:31:09 AM

Mac CD/Download Products

Below are the minimum requirements for TurboTax Federal 2018 software installed on a Mac computer.

Processor
  • Multi-core Intel Processor with 64-bit required.
Monitor
  • 1024x768 screen resolution or higher.
Operating Systems
  • macOS Sierra 10.12 or later.
RAM
  • 2 GB or more recommended.
Hard Disk Space
  • 650 MB for TurboTax.
Internet Connection
  • 56 Kbps modem (Broadband connection highly recommended).
  • Required for product updates.
Printer
  • Any Macintosh-compatible inkjet or laser printer.
Technical SupportCD/DVD drive required

Level 15
Jun 3, 2019 10:31:11 AM

The TurboTax software for tax year 2018 requires Mac OS X v.10.12 or later (64-bit required)

See this TurboTax support FAQ for Mac minimum system requirements - https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1899173-minimum-system-requirements-for-turbotax-mac-software

If you cannot upgrade or do not want to upgrade your Mac OS then you can request a refund of the software purchased from TurboTax using this website - https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/forms/refund-request.jsp

You can use the TurboTax online editions - https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/online/