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posted Apr 7, 2025 10:36:25 AM

Installing two versions of TurboTax on the same PC

I have installed Turbotax Deluxe on my PC for my daughter. When I try to install TT Premier to do my taxes. I get a prompt letting me know I have already installed TT and asks if I'd like to uninstall or repair the current install.

I need both the deluxe and premier installed. please help.

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Level 15
Apr 7, 2025 10:46:22 AM

Actually you can use just 1 version.  All the Desktop programs have the same forms.  So you can use Deluxe for all.  I would try to get a refund for one of them. 

 

But here's how to activate a different version. There is a way to have 2 licenses. You don't need to install the second version just enter the License Code. Under Help - Switch Product - Activate new product. Don't know what that will do or what benefit you will get. Don't think it will allow you to efile more than 5. 

Expert Alumni
Apr 7, 2025 10:46:42 AM

For installation and software issues you can contact the TurboTax Support Phone Number

Level 15
Apr 7, 2025 10:49:45 AM

@KL5744 , I am confused  here -- because  while  TurboTax Premier is pricier than the deluxe, it covers  everything that Deluxe does and  adds investment / rental income capabilities.  Why no use  Premier to do your daughter's   ( and presumably simpler  ) return ?    The limit to have only ONE  version installed at a time has been around for a longtime.

All the windows downloaded version contain all the forms, just the  step-by-step interview  get upgraded as you go up the  version chain.

 

Does this answer your query?  Or am I mis-reading your post ?

Level 15
Apr 7, 2025 10:59:15 AM

And in case you didn’t know the Desktop program can do multiple returns and efile 5 federal for free.  You get 1 free State PROGRAM download then each state efile (including the first one) is $25.   Or you can print and mail state for free.