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posted Dec 6, 2022 4:03:02 PM

TurboTax 2022 downloaded and installed but will not run - Windows 11

Purchased download copy of TurboTax 2022 - downloaded, extracted and installed (allegedly successfully) but will not run.  When I try to open the program, I get a brief "flash" of the TurboTax icon you would normally see, but it drops off immediately and the software will NOT run.  

 

Tried multiple times to delete and re-download, extract and/or run and install.  Nothing.  Same result each time.  Windows software is completely up-to-date and no known other issues.  

 

Stumped.  Driver issue with Intuit/TurboTax??  Ideas?  Suggestions?  Very frustrating.  

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Level 15
Dec 6, 2022 4:06:34 PM

Hmmm...Installed the 2022 TurboTax Premier desktop edition on my Windows 11 personal computer with no issues.

With the TurboTax software installed try re-booting your PC and see if that helps.

If not then contact TurboTax support for assistance.

 

See this TurboTax support FAQ for contacting support - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/using-turbotax/help/what-is-the-turbotax-phone-number/00/25632

 

Support can also be reached by messaging them on these pages https://www.facebook.com/turbotax/ and https://twitter.com/TeamTurboTax

Level 15
Dec 6, 2022 4:09:59 PM

Additionally, run the software as Administrator.

On the TurboTax icon, right click with your mouse

Click on Properties

Click on Compatibility

Click on Run this program as administrator

Click on Apply and then on OK

Start the program again

Level 15
Dec 6, 2022 4:38:39 PM

Also check for any uninstalled OS updates ... install them and reboot at least twice.  Then open the program again and update it as well. 

Returning Member
Jan 5, 2023 4:49:42 AM

Did the suggestions fix the issue?  As an aside, I had the same issues last year with Turbotax 2021.  You'd think after an entire year, the issue(s) would be fixed.

Returning Member
Feb 20, 2023 9:18:11 PM

I've done everything you recommended and installed it on both my Windows 10 and 11 PCs ... seems to install correctly but when you launch TurboTax it just sits on the blue logo with the white on red circle check mark screen!!! I've spent way too much trying to get this buggy application working. 

Intuit Alumni
Feb 21, 2023 8:44:50 AM

If none of the suggestions in this thread have worked for you, please reach out to TurboTax Customer Support for further assistance.

What is the TurboTax phone number?

@dbaron99 

Returning Member
Feb 21, 2023 11:54:16 AM

Unfortunately, this is the typical "assistance"... a quick suggestion, but NOT a detailed / insightful response.  I diligently searched for an "800" number or email-link for the TurboTax Customer Support and/or the TurboTax Technical Support... no luck.  I'll admit, it's very well hidden!

Level 15
Feb 21, 2023 11:58:07 AM
Returning Member
Feb 21, 2023 12:16:06 PM

Yes, JackJr2 it's very hard to find. Over the past three weeks I've spent a few hours with three different support agents. Finally, the one today agrees that it's a problem with TurboTax and for the first time had me run the built in "Diagnostic" program and we sent the two log files to intuits Level 2 support. Hopefully I should hear something back within a week! I wish you best of luck with getting your TurboTax to work, I feel your pain!!!

Returning Member
Feb 21, 2023 12:31:14 PM

Yikes... a link to a link to another link... frustrating...

 

MichelleLO: this is the response you should provide:  If none of the suggestions in this thread have worked for you, please reach out to TurboTax Customer Support on (XXX) XXX-XXXX or (IDEALLY) please call me directly on (XXX) XXX-XXXX for assistance.  

 

BTW, about a month ago, I solved my issue on my own... blind/dumb luck I guess...

Returning Member
Feb 21, 2023 12:42:18 PM

What did you do to fix your problem? Mine seems to install properly but when I launch it it goes to the fist screen ... a blue square with intuit TurboTax and a red circle with a checkmark ... it goes no further!!!

Returning Member
Feb 21, 2023 2:37:11 PM

I fiddled around with some of the settings on my PC - - frankly, it's been over a month since I did this stuff - - so, I'd be lying if I said I remember everything - - but, I also tried running the TurboTax software as an Administrator. 

 

If you haven't tried doing that yet, here's the scoop - - good luck:

Right-click on the TurboTax icon with your mouse.

On the ensuing menu, select Properties.

Click on Compatibility tab.

Put a checkmark on Run this program as Administrator.

Click on Apply and then click on OK.

Start TurboTax.

Returning Member
Feb 21, 2023 4:24:07 PM

Thanks tried that too, no luck!😫

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Mar 10, 2023 7:04:22 AM
Level 1
Apr 7, 2023 1:25:38 PM

It's been two months since the last entry in this thread and, today, I suddenly ran into the same problem after running TurboTax 2022 fine since it came out. After about the fourth reinstallation, it finally started working IF AND ONLY IF I right click the icon and tell it to run as an administrator. None of the suggestions for compatibility changes worked, but this finally does. It's a PITA to remember that, but I guess I will after a while.

 

Hopefully, Intuit will fix this in a soon to be released update.

Intuit Alumni
Apr 8, 2023 10:26:43 AM

Thank you. Yes, to ensure TurboTax installs and runs successfully, perform all of the following steps:

  • Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements
    Verify that you have administrator rights on your computer and TurboTax is running as administrator:
    Right-click the TurboTax icon or setup icon and select Properties. In the Compatibility tab, select the Run this program as administrator box and select OK

For additional information, please check out the TurboTax FAQ below:

Troubleshoot installation and running TurboTax for Windows

Level 1
Apr 8, 2023 1:53:46 PM

Your suggestions did not work on my machine. What did work was to do none of the things you suggested, but to go to Properties – Shortcut - Advanced and click on the box to Run As Administrator. I did this on the desktop icon and everything worked again after that.

 

Interestingly enough, it is working on my other two machines without running it as an administrator.

Intuit Alumni
Apr 9, 2023 9:05:16 AM

For troubleshooting installations in Windows, please see our Help Article for further assistance.  

 

@schmieg 

Level 1
Apr 10, 2023 5:56:53 PM

This "Run as Admin" option absolutely SOLVED MY ISSUE !!!  She seems to be working now.....Thanks  (Right Click on the Turbo Tax 2022 ICON and RUN AS ADMINISTRATOR --   POOF !