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Level 1
posted Apr 18, 2025 3:14:25 PM

Why can't I find the basic version of turboTax to purchase and download from older years?

I need to purchase the downloadable turboTax software for 2021, 2022, and 2023.  When I pull them up, the lowest version available is "Deluxe".  Deluxe is $30 more than basic, and I don't need state tax or special help.  Am I only able to purchase Deluxe for these years?

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Level 15
Apr 18, 2025 3:21:49 PM

Right.  Turbo Tax only sells Deluxe and higher for prior years.  Maybe you can find Basic online somewhere else like Amazon.  But be sure it is a new one and legit.  

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Level 15
Apr 18, 2025 3:21:49 PM

Right.  Turbo Tax only sells Deluxe and higher for prior years.  Maybe you can find Basic online somewhere else like Amazon.  But be sure it is a new one and legit.  

Level 1
Apr 18, 2025 3:36:52 PM

OK.  Thanks.  Disappointed in Intuit for milking the situation :(, but thank you for confirming.  I appreciate it.

Level 8
Apr 18, 2025 4:10:30 PM

I don't think TT allows activation of s/w older than 3 years so 2022 may be the furthest you may be able to go back with any version

Level 15
Apr 18, 2025 5:38:46 PM

for desktop the current year and three prior years are supported. 

here's a link to 2021 through 2023

https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/past-years-products/2021/ 

this page will also take you using the link to 2022 and 2023

 

there is no basic version. only deluxe at $80 a pop 1 state included even if you don't need it.

check system requirements for each year