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jdrichardson
Level 3

Upgrading to QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2025

Good morning, 

I am having some difficulty regarding the upgrades to my QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2021. I see or it seems to be that the push is to the Online version. I am a little skeptical about making this move. In my 2021 version I have 6 other companies I manage. It seems that the switch to the Online version will require a separate account for each at a fee for each. I enjoy the freedom to switch between accounts as I do with the 2021 version. 

It appears that I can upgrade to the 2025 desktop version, however, I see no links to do so. All links seem to send me to sign up or subscribing to the Online versions. From some articles I read, I have until the end of 7/24 to upgrade or make a change. 

Any advice, suggestions or help will be greatly appreciated. 

Thank you. 

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Best answer July 18, 2024

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Deity Alpha
Level 6

Upgrading to QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2025

@jdrichardson 

if I do not upgrade and keep using QB21 what is the downside? I do not want to compromise my accounts by having outdated software.

If you don't need to run any add-ons (e.g QB Payroll, QB Payment),  you should stay with your QB Desktop 2021. If you need to run the bank feed feature, you may have 2 options. There is nothing to worry about if you are using an outdated version of QB Desktop.

 

what is the reason that QB/Intuit are not selling the upgraded versions to U.S. markets? 

What do you mean with the "upgraded" version? You can still purchase QB Desktop 2024 US version. The thing is, you won't easily get Pro Plus or Premier Plus because their real intention is to force you to upgrade to QB Desktop Enterprise or switch to QB Online.

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Deity Alpha
Level 6

Upgrading to QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2025

There is no QB Desktop 2025 Pro or Premier. As I know Intuit will release QB Desktop 2025 Enterprise on schedule. You can purchase QB Desktop 2024 Pro Plus to upgrade your data. You must call Intuit Sales team to purchase. Another option, contact @Fiat Lux - ASIA to purchase a legit license + you can get $100 cashback.

RogelioL
QuickBooks Team

Upgrading to QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2025

Let me share how we can upgrade your QuickBooks Desktop 2021, Richard.

 

@Deity Alpha is right. QuickBooks Desktop (QBDT) 2025 is still unavailable. However, you can upgrade your QBDT 2021 to QBDT 2024.

 

To start the process, make sure you've purchased the QBDT 2024. If not, contact our Sales Support to buy it. You can find their contact number at the top right corner of this article: Can't buy QuickBooks Desktop as a new US subscriber.

 

Once you've got the QBDT 2024, get your license number ready. Then follow these steps:

  1. Download the QuickBooks Desktop Manager.
  2. Click on Download.
  3. Select the QuickBooks License Agreement and click Let's get started.
  4. Enter the license number to search for your QBDT 2024 and select Search.
  5. Choose the email address you use to receive OTP. Enter it once you receive the OTP.
  6. Look for your QBDT 2024 and click Install.
  7. When done, select Open QuickBooks and activate it.

 

Once done, open QuickBooks and activate it. For more details, please refer to this article: Upgrade QuickBooks Desktop Pro Plus, Premier Plus, or Enterprise.

 

Moving forward, you are correct that you'll need a separate subscription for your companies if you want to migrate to QuickBooks Online.

 

Moreover, please refer to the first article I've provided to learn why you have until January 2024 to upgrade your subscription.

 

After you've completed the upgrade, don't forget to update your company file so you can use it with your new QBDT Pro 2024 version.

 

Let me know if you need any more help with the upgrade process. Keep safe.

jdrichardson
Level 3

Upgrading to QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2025

Thank you for your reply. 

The way I see it, I can upgrade to QB 2024 and continue using the version as I do now with QB21, using and accessing my other company files if I choose to upgrade. 

 

New question(s) is/are, if I do not upgrade and keep using QB21 what is the downside? I do not want to compromise my accounts by having outdated software. Second question is, what is the reason that QB/Intuit are not selling the upgraded versions to U.S. markets? Just curious. 

 

I will need to contemplate the switch to QB Online some more. 

 

Thank you for your assistance. 

Deity Alpha
Level 6

Upgrading to QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2025

@jdrichardson 

if I do not upgrade and keep using QB21 what is the downside? I do not want to compromise my accounts by having outdated software.

If you don't need to run any add-ons (e.g QB Payroll, QB Payment),  you should stay with your QB Desktop 2021. If you need to run the bank feed feature, you may have 2 options. There is nothing to worry about if you are using an outdated version of QB Desktop.

 

what is the reason that QB/Intuit are not selling the upgraded versions to U.S. markets? 

What do you mean with the "upgraded" version? You can still purchase QB Desktop 2024 US version. The thing is, you won't easily get Pro Plus or Premier Plus because their real intention is to force you to upgrade to QB Desktop Enterprise or switch to QB Online.

jdrichardson
Level 3

Upgrading to QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2025

Thank you very much for your assistance with this question. 

whowaaa
Level 2

Upgrading to QuickBooks Desktop Pro 2025

Get avanquest bookeeper  its much cheaper and similar to quickbooks. 

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