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Microsoft is ending support for Windows 10 OS

by Intuit4 Updated 1 month ago

Learn how Microsoft ending Windows 10 support affects QuickBooks Desktop and why upgrading matters.

Upgrade to Windows 11 and get continued product support, security updates, and optimal performance.

As of October 14, 2025, Microsoft no longer provides security updates or support for Windows 10 operating system (OS). QuickBooks Desktop will no longer support it either. This means that computers (PCs) with Windows 10 OS may have higher security risks and viruses. Easily upgrade to Windows 11 to protect personal info, like Social Security numbers and bank account details.

Note: Many users can upgrade to Windows 11 through Microsoft. Please contact Microsoft support to confirm your upgrade eligibility.

Upgrade your QuickBooks Desktop and Windows OS

Get the latest QuickBooks Desktop version for Windows 11 compatibility and new features. Be sure to:

Frequently asked questions

Yes, Microsoft’s decision to end security updates or support for PCs running Windows 10 also impacts QuickBooks Desktop products. We strongly recommend upgrading to newer versions of Windows. This helps safeguard your personal info, like Social Security numbers and bank account details.

  • It’s fully tested and compatible with Windows 11.
  • The built-in security enhancements help with stability and improve performance and file handling.
  • It provides access to the cloud and various options for selected versions.
  • It gives you new features for invoicing, payments, payroll, and so much more.

QuickBooks Desktop Payments

Money movement services are provided by Intuit Payments Inc., licensed as a Money Transmitter by the New York State Department of Financial Services. For more information about Intuit Payments' money transmission licenses, please visit https://www.intuit.com/legal/licenses/payment-licenses/.

Automatic Reconciliation: Automatic match and record of deposits and fees work with payments received from eInvoice and ACH and credit card transactions initiated within QuickBooks. This feature does not support GoPayment and transactions created in the Merchant Service Center.

You can continue using QuickBooks Desktop. However, upgrading from Windows 10 to newer versions helps protect your QuickBooks data, including sensitive info from customers and employees.

If you're upgrading, check the system requirements for your other software to see if it supports the new Windows version. This lets you know what impact upgrading has on other software you use.

Desktop software installs directly on the PC and runs via the OS. Online software gets stored on the web and runs through an internet browser.

You can visit the Microsoft site for help in updating Windows on your PC.

Your other software should work with an upgraded OS. Check the system requirements for each one to see if it supports your new OS version.

You can use QuickBooks in "offline mode," but our system requirements for current versions require an online connection. We can’t guarantee full functionality without an internet connection.

Most hosting providers upgrade to newer Windows versions. If you're not sure about your provider's version or upgrade plans, contact them for more info.

These older QuickBooks versions haven’t been tested with the newer Windows version. We recommend upgrading to the latest version for compatibility.

You don’t need to uninstall QuickBooks before you start. However, we recommend that you backup your company files using an external drive or Intuit Data Protect before starting the upgrade.

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