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Metter
February 17, 2023
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Working Off line with QBO

I am considering using quick books on line. A HUGE reason NOT to use it follows here, am I missing something, is there a solution offered by quick books?

I work in the field and sometimes have no internet connection. As far as I know there is no way to use the mobile app for quotes, invoices etc. if there is no internet connection.

An off line mode that allows simple everyday business to proceed with my customers is needed.

It could sync later when the internet is available. 

I could only find discussions on this subject that are a few years old and it's a real problem for on the move small businesses. Has quick books solved the problem.

I can't see myself buying a product that won't work when I need it the most.

    jamespaulAnswer
    Level 8
    February 17, 2023

    Hello, Metter.

     

    I can see where you're coming from and see the benefits of an offline mode for on-the-move businesses and individuals. I'll talk more about this below. 

     

    You aren't missing anything. QuickBooks Online still requires an internet connection to use for both the browser and the mobile versions. Though, I do agree that the offline mode would prove beneficial for your line of work.

     

    We can send feedback to our developers about the offline mode idea. Click on the Gear icon, then select Feedback. 

     

    They'll check your inputs and might consider them for future releases and improvements for QuickBooks Online. 

     

    This might also be possible with a third-party app. We could enter transactions on the offline app, then once the internet is available, we would sync it with QuickBooks to import those entries. 

     

    We can look for offers here: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/app/apps/home/.

     

    If you're still considering QuickBooks Online, I'll include these tutorials if you need help using them in the future: QuickBooks Online tutorials. 

     

    I'm all ears if you have more concerns about the features and functions of QuickBooks Online. Just reply here and I'll help you out. 

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    Fiat Lux - ASIA
    Fiat Lux - ASIA
    Level 14
    February 17, 2023

    QB Online is not suitable for your situation. Consider using QB Desktop.

      jamespaulAnswer
      Level 8
      February 17, 2023

      Hello, Metter.

       

      I can see where you're coming from and see the benefits of an offline mode for on-the-move businesses and individuals. I'll talk more about this below. 

       

      You aren't missing anything. QuickBooks Online still requires an internet connection to use for both the browser and the mobile versions. Though, I do agree that the offline mode would prove beneficial for your line of work.

       

      We can send feedback to our developers about the offline mode idea. Click on the Gear icon, then select Feedback. 

       

      They'll check your inputs and might consider them for future releases and improvements for QuickBooks Online. 

       

      This might also be possible with a third-party app. We could enter transactions on the offline app, then once the internet is available, we would sync it with QuickBooks to import those entries. 

       

      We can look for offers here: https://quickbooks.intuit.com/app/apps/home/.

       

      If you're still considering QuickBooks Online, I'll include these tutorials if you need help using them in the future: QuickBooks Online tutorials. 

       

      I'm all ears if you have more concerns about the features and functions of QuickBooks Online. Just reply here and I'll help you out. 

      jhlasound
      September 2, 2024

      So explain why I’m not allowed to even store a backup copy offline for my own security? This is an important data file. If I get audited and Intuit has issue, the Gov is certainly not going to cut me slack for Intuits mistake if my data is not in order. Plus your CPA have to have the abillity to access Online, where with Desktop I give them a file 

        Ted939
        September 28, 2024

        @jhlasound 

        If you are using QB Desktop, you may secure your backup file. If you are using QB Online, you can convert your data to QB Desktop file and use the trial version to access it for good later.


        Spread the warning!: Intuit QB support supervisor told me yesterday that they are phasing out ALL Desktop versions of QB, to try to funnel everyone to QB Online.


        They told me they will allow NO more QB Desktop subscribers after Sept. 30, 2024, and that any current/active subscribers continuing past that date will have to pay $999 for their next annual renewal, and then a higher price (not yet announced how much) the following year, and then 2027 will be the last year they can use the super high priced offline version Desktop version.


        Beware! And spread the warning to others!

        jhlasound
        September 2, 2024

        This is the main reason I won’t switch to Online and it’s ridiculous. I don’t trust anyone with my data, and I want at least, to store a backup copy offline in case Intuit screw up or even if I want to switch in the future. They are being scumbags like other companies and saying it’s not really my data 

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