Sorry, Carl but the sales team says everything is completely subscription based as per Antony. Any idea as to why your response says different?

Sorry, Carl but the sales team says everything is completely subscription based as per Antony. Any idea as to why your response says different?

@MiamiPhoenix 

Please check my old replies to answer your question.

Question. I have a Quickbooks Desktop 2021 that I use and I am very happy with it. I do not want to buy a Desktop 2024 Subscription and migrate to it.  Can I buy the 2024 Desktop Subscription at $ 649.00 a year by tomorrow September 30 but NEVER INSTALL IT ??  Just keep it on my Computer and INSTALL later on ( say in 6 months if I decide to do this ?? )  Basically can I renew every year for $ 650.00 but never install ?? This way I still have a Quickbooks 2021 Nion subscription Program and can migrate to the Subscription Desktop model, in case something goes wrong with my Program ??

Question. I have a QuickBooks Desktop 2021 Non subscription Program. I am happy with it. I do not want to migrate to Quickbooks Online or Desktop Subscription. Question is following:  Can I buy a Desktop 2024 Subscription for $ 649.00 but never activate it ?? Just keep it for a rainy day and continue using what I have ?? This way, in case something goes wrong with my Quickbooks 2021 standalone, I can migrate to Quickbooks 2024 Desktop Subscription ??

Yes, you can purchase the QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) 2024 subscription and not use it until needed, @Detigi98. We'll provide further details to help clear things up and allow you to enjoy using the program for your business needs.

Purchasing QBDT Pro Plus on September 30, 2024, will include you in the list of existing customer subscribers who will continue to receive security updates, product updates, and support from our Customer Care Team even after the discontinuation date. You can continue to enjoy using QBDT 2021 to handle your business needs except for payroll, program upgrades, bug fixes, and support from our representatives. For more details, please see this page: Can't buy QuickBooks Desktop as a new US subscriber.

We'd also like to inform you to secure a backup copy of your company file for emergency use and to make it easy for you to transfer to the higher versions of the program. Feel free to check this article for more details: Back up your QuickBooks Desktop company file.

Moreover, here's an article in case you wish to explore the new features available inside the latest version of QBDT and to learn more about the discontinuation:

• Download QuickBooks Desktop
• QuickBooks Desktop service discontinuation policy

As always, it's been a pleasure to have you here today. We're open to extending a helping hand if you require assistance managing data or performing specific tasks inside the program. Also, please don't hesitate to visit us or comment below if you have other questions about the program. Keep safe.

I have QuickBooks Pro 2019 Desktop version. Even if I purchase the 2021 version, none will work with Windows 11. I've been using Quickbooks for over 20 years. I was very dissatisfied when Intuit went to strictly the online version. 

Kurt M thank you for your reply.  I will most likely purchase tomorrow the QB Desktop 2024. I will download it but will not install it until and if needed.  In the meantime, I do back up my Company files in QBDT21 manually every day on a USB stick and every time I do, I write over the previous day's file. This way I only have the most current back up. Is this the correct way to do it ??  Also, you are saying that when and if I am ready to install these company files on QBDT24 , that I need to move them to a Desktop and then migrate from there into QBDT24. Correct ??

Also, I do have an Intuit Account and I see that my QBDT21  is registered under my company name with a Key, etc. So, if down the road I need to download my registered Quickbooks Pro 2021 Desktop in order to re install I can still do so, correct ??

I appreciate your reply, @Detigi98.

Beforehand, I recognize how beneficial it is for you to have the install QuickBooks Desktop 2024 seamlessly. I'll provide additional information about this.

You can transfer your company file to QuickBooks Desktop 2024 at any time. Furthermore, to update your company file to work in newer versions of QuickBooks Desktop Pro, Premier, or Enterprise, you can refer to this article: Update your company files to a new version of QuickBooks Desktop.

Moreover, you can still download the registered QuickBooks Pro 2021 Desktop for re-installation. However, certain features will be discontinued after May 31, 2024. You will lose access to:

• QBDT Payroll
• Desktop Payments
• Live Technical Support
• Online Backup
• Online Banking
• Other services through QuickBooks Desktop 2021 software

Also, after June 1, 2024, you will no longer receive critical security updates to protect your data. For more details, please refer to this article: QuickBooks Desktop service discontinuation policy.

Additionally, I'm adding some helpful modules for you to browse about the discontinuation and migration process in QuickBooks Desktop:

• QuickBooks Desktop 2021 service discontinuation policy
• Upgrade your QuickBooks Desktop version.

Please know that I'm just a reply away if you need further assistance with handling your queries in QuickBooks Desktop, @Detigi98. Keep safe and have a good one.

Since you stated that "Moreover, you can still download the registered QuickBooks Pro 2021 Desktop for re-installation," is it still possible to get QuickBooks Pro 2021 Desktop for Mac?

@Detigi98 

You don't need to purchase a new license of QB Desktop 2024 Pro Plus/Premier Plus. You can still purchase a new license of QB Desktop Accountant Plus (or even Enterprise) after Sep 30 if required.

 QuickBooks Pro 2021 Desktop for Mac is no longer supported for sale, Pedodd.

At this time, QuickBooks Mac 2021 is being discontinued, and as a result, we are no longer offering licenses for its purchase. However, you can still obtain QuickBooks Pro 2021 for Mac by reaching out to an authorized retailer. I recommend finding an authorized retailer where you can purchase a license for the appropriate version of QuickBooks that suits your needs.

I’m adding this article to learn about the new features in the latest edition help automate and streamline your daily accounting tasks: What's new in QuickBooks Mac Plus 2024.

If you have follow-up questions, let me know by leaving a comment below. I'm just a few clicks away to help.

@ivebeenthere 

Some of my clients are still running QBD 2009 or later on Win 11 Home with minor issues. What error messages did you encounter?

@pedoddsrick 

You will hardly find an unregistered QBD 2021 Mac license in the market. However, you can use the trial version of QBD 2021 as a workaround.

I haven't upgraded to Windows 11 because of the information I have been getting from the forums and the Quickbooks help desk. The help desk has told me that my version is not compatible with Windows 11. That's why I am looking for alternatives that do work with Windows 11 and are stand alone desktop versions. I simply think it was a bottom line decision by Quickbooks to take the action they did without concern for their clients needs. I'm sure some of their clients are happy and can afford to go the route they had no choice in. I'm also sure their are many more who have a different sentiment.

@ivebeenthere 

For your reference

One more question. If we buy QBDT2024 Desktop Subscription for $ 649.00 a year, it is my understanding that we can still renew at $ 649.00 a year at least till 2027 ?? Is this correct ??  Finally, after 2027 will Quickbooks migrate us to the ONLINE VERSION ONLY , or will we still be able to renew the Desktop Subscription ??

One more question. If we buy QBDT2024 Desktop Subscription for $ 649.00 a year, it is my understanding that we can still renew at $ 649.00 a year at least till 2027 ?? Is this correct ??

No, it's not correct. They have announced the renewal license will be $999.

Finally, after 2027 will Quickbooks migrate us to the ONLINE VERSION ONLY , or will we still be able to renew the Desktop Subscription ??

We don't know yet whether or not they will discontinue QB Desktop completely in 2027.

I am glad to share some information about the QuickBooks Desktop 2024 subscription, @Detigi98.

QuickBooks Desktop 2024 is subscription-based. That said, you need to renew your subscription to continue using it. If you decide not to renew the subscription, you will have a view-only mode for a year.

For the subscription until 2027, yes, you can still renew. However, the price depends on if there are upcoming enhancements and changes from the developers.

After 2027, QuickBooks may migrate your data to QuickBooks Online, or you can do it manually. Another option is to upgrade to QuickBooks Enterprise.

For future reference, you may use this article to learn more about what will happen to your QuickBooks Desktop 2024: Renew your subscription or use view-only mode in QuickBooks Desktop.

We're here to ensure you have everything you need to be successful. If there’s anything else we can do to help manage your subscription, please contact us by commenting on this post.

Thank you for  your info. I have purchased the QBDT2024 subscription , downloaded it, but not in stalled it. I will keep it for the future and renew, as necessary . However, I will continue using my Quickbooks Desktop 2021. I have bought the subscription for insurance purposes so in case something goes wrong, I will migrate it.

amen brenkworth. why is inuit decided to put everyone in a dangerous position?

I have a 2024 quick books premier and now it wants a monthly charge. I have used quick books and didn't require a monthly charge.

@Jre765 

Do you have QB Desktop 2024 Canadian version?