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Simpless22
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Single user on multiple computers

I purchased the desktop for Mac and I want to install the software on multiple computers. I will be creating and maintaining the profile on my Mac. However, I want others to be able to access the information on the Macs as well. Though, they will not be entering/updating the company profile. I made the QB purchase at Best Buy and they said it would be simple and all they would have to do is log in to see the data/reports/etc. it doesn't seem like it's that simple. any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

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MJoy_D
Moderator

Single user on multiple computers

You can easily install and set up your QuickBooks Desktop for MAC, @Simpless22.

 

First, make sure to check the minimum system requirements. Then, get your license and product numbers ready. From here, you can now start the installation. 

 

For detailed guidance, see this article: Install and set up QuickBooks Mac Desktop. See this checklist before using QuickBooks in multiuser mode: Multiuser checklist: What you need to know before you start.

 

In a multiuser mode, your company file sits on one computer and is shared on your network with other QuickBooks users. Then, you'll create user accounts where they can open the file with a username and password. 

 

From here, you can set permissions to add o remove access in different areas of QuickBooks. Here's how to set user and password preferences in QuickBooks Desktop for Mac

 

Here are some helpful articles that you can check out to about troubleshooting multi-user issues in QuickBooks Desktop: Troubleshoot multi-user issues for QuickBooks Desktop for Mac.

 

If you need further help in setting up or any other concerns, let us know in the Reply section below. Have a wonderful day!

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