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Level 2
December 9, 2019
Question

License code missing

  • December 9, 2019
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I have a CD version of TurboTax from an authorized dealer. It contained a security seal when I purchased it. My current PC has no optical drive and I need to download the online version. The online instructions say to locate the license code on an insert inside the package. My package has no insert.

 

My product box says, "free US based product help by phone". Apparently that 'help' is limited only to recorded assistance. 

 

I attempted to call the TurboTax customer service number. What a nightmare. No way could I get out of the phone tree loop and connected with a human. I just remained stuck in the automated so-called 'help', with the recorded voice demanding more information from me than I could provide. I was eventually disconnected. It was the most frustrating customer service experience I've ever had. Maybe it's time to purchase my tax software from a competitor.

5 replies

VolvoGirl
Level 15
December 9, 2019

Well you do need a License Code .

https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/tax-topics/help/i-can-t-find-my-license-code/01/855902 

 

Contact Customer Service
5am-5pm Pacific Time (8-8 Eastern) Monday - Friday
https://support.turbotax.intuit.com/contact/

What is the Turbo Tax phone number
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/using-turbotax/help/what-is-the-turbotax-phone-number/00/25632

 

Can you find any 14 digit code?

 

 

Level 2
March 9, 2021

HELPCannot find code to work on my 2020 tax or 2021tax

Level 9
March 9, 2021

@Sydney100 There are different ways to find your license code, depending on if you have a CD or a download link. It also depends on if you purchased from a retailer or directly from TurboTax. Please see this TurboTax FAQ, I can’t find my license code - TurboTax

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Level 2
January 13, 2020

The code when I purchased it has  14 numbers but it wasn't accepted there are also 3 numbers before the 14 digits which is one letter and 2 numbers   are they included in the code

VolvoGirl
Level 15
January 13, 2020

My code is a combination of letters and numbers like xxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx 

Level 2
February 18, 2021

I need the license code for my 2020 disc.  Order no.is tar20a127759914

Level 15
February 18, 2021

If your license code is missing, please reach out to TurboTax Customer Support for further assistance: What is the TurboTax phone number?

@bi11

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Level 2
January 28, 2022

I'm having the exact same issue. I received my envelope with the CD from Amazon but with out an insert or activation code anywhere.  Can't get to anyone to speak live or to chat.  After two days of calling they finally changed the recoded message to say they are aware of the problem and working towards a resolution.  Same recordeing for the last 4 days. Come on this is their business and it's tax season. And based on the original owner of this thread they've been through this before. Any suggestions please?

Level 12
January 28, 2022

 

If your license code is missing, please reach out to TurboTax Customer Support for further assistance. You can access them by clicking here.

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Level 2
March 31, 2022

I purchased a new Turbo Tax for 2021, but I've lost the license code. What can I do?

Level 14
March 31, 2022

Please see the Help Article here which pertains to being unable to locate your license code.  

 

@mgysgtwil

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