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samtab-omnidisc-
Level 1

How to lock closed periods?

The previous Accountant set the password & no longer remembers what it was, so I am unable to change the password or to close the period - is there any way QuickBooks can reset this for me?  Thank you

 

KHBS
Level 1

How to lock closed periods?

How do you unlock if you locked by accident?

Jelayca V
QuickBooks Team

How to lock closed periods?

We can navigate to the Account and settings to unlock your books so you can make necessary corrections and updates to your records, @KHBS

Here's how: 
 

  1. Navigate to the Gear icon, then Account and settings
  2. Hover to the Advanced tab and click the Edit icon of the Accounting section. 
  3. Toggle off the Close the books switch. 
  4. Click Save, then Done

     

You can also visit this article for more details and information abut closing books in QuickBooks: Close your books in QuickBooks Online.
 

Additionally, I’ve included this article to help ensure your records align with your bank or credit card statement: Reconcile an account in QBO.
 

To further enhance your QuickBooks experience, our QuickBooks Live Expert Assisted team is available to guide you best practices before closing your books. 
 

Please keep the discussion going if you have further questions about closing books in QuickBooks, we'll be here to help. 

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