Which Quickbooks online version allows me to restore from a desktop backup? Self-Employed version didn't work.

It’s great to see you in the Community, rchristine.

To help import your backup data (QuickBooks Desktop), you’ll need to have the online version. When performing this task, log in as the admin to the company file.

This is to ensure you can accomplish the process seamlessly. Before proceeding, save a copy of the desktop transactions to avoid accidental loss.

Once you’re ready, follow the steps below to transfer the data. Here's how:

1. Go to the Company menu and choose Export Company File to QuickBooks Online to select Start your export.
   
2. Next, log in as an admin to your QBO company.
   
3. This will open another window asking if you’ll bring the inventory to QBO.
   
   
4. From there, mark the radio of your answer: Yes to bring them over, then specify the as of date or No if you want to set up new items later in QuickBooks Online.
   
5. In the Choose online company▼ drop-down, pick the QBO company you want to be replaced by your company file.
   
6. Press Continue to proceed and then key in “Agree” in the field box to select Replace.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.

For in-depth information, let me share this guide about transferring the desktop company file to the online version: Move your QuickBooks Desktop file to QuickBooks Online.

Additionally, the following guide contains links to help get started in converting one QuickBooks platform to another: Conversion Reference.

Keep me posted if you have any other concerns. Please know I’m here to help and make sure you’re taken care of. Have a great rest of the day.

@rchristine 

"don't know which version to get. PLEASE HELP!"

In QuickBooks Online, they have the following four plans:

1. Advanced ($150 p/mo)
2. Plus ($70 p/mo)
3. Essentials ($40 p/mo)
4. Simple Start ($25 p/mo)

So, which version to get depends on what features you were using it on QuickBooks Desktop. For example, if you were using Budgets, Class tracking or Inventory tracking on Desktop, you will need Plus or Advanced. You can compare available features from the QBO plan to plan from this blog article.

@rchristine 

To minimize any issue, restore your QBB file on supporting version only (2017-2020). You may utilize the trial license of Pro 2020 to do so. Once your data file is ready, continue to migrate as mentioned by Rasa-LilaM. Explore your needs as suggested by vpcontroller. Once you are ready to proceed, clik the Buy button to open a QBO account and get the current discounted plan for up to 6 months.  

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Good luck!