Install TurboTax with License Code
What Does a TurboTax License Code Mean?
The TurboTax license code is a 16-character code you get when you buy TurboTax software. It is used to activate the software and prove that you have a legitimate copy. If you bought it online, the code will be in your email. If you bought a physical copy, the code will be on the box. You need this code to install TurboTax. This helps ensure that only people who bought the software can use it.
Where Do You Input the TurboTax License Code?
- Open the TurboTax software on your computer.
- Choose the version of TurboTax you purchased (e.g., Deluxe or Premier).
- Look for the section that asks for a license or activation codae.
- Type the 16-character code exactly as it appears, without any spaces or mistakes.
- Follow the prompts on your screen to complete setup.
Where to Find the TurboTax 2024 License Code?
Online purchase: Check the confirmation email sent to you immediately after completing the purchase. The code should be there.
Physical copy: If you purchased the boxed version, the code will be printed inside the box or on the instruction manual.
Download from retailer: Review the order confirmation or receipt email from the store where you made the purchase, as the code should be included there.
What should I do if I lost my TurboTax license code?
- Check your email for a purchase confirmation email containing a license code.
- Look inside the box or instruction manual if you purchased a physical copy.
- Log in to your account on the TurboTax website to find your license code in your order history.
- Contact TurboTax customer support for help, and be prepared to provide proof of purchase.
- Check your account with the retailer if you purchased it from a store.