To install TurboTax Desktop 2025 or 2026, visit InstallTurboTax.com, select your purchased product, and choose your operating system. Download and run the installer, accept the license agreement, sign in to your Intuit account, and enter your license code when prompted to activate the software.
Key Highlights: Steps to Install TurboTax Desktop 2025–2026
- Visit InstallTurboTax.com.
- Select the TurboTax Desktop product you purchased.
- Choose the correct operating system.
- Click Download to download the installer.
- Open your computer’s Downloads folder.
- Double-click the downloaded installation file.
- Accept the TurboTax License Agreement.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.
- Activate TurboTax Desktop.
- Sign in to your Intuit account or create an account.
- Enter your valid license code when prompted.
- Complete activation and install any available updates.
Important System Requirements
- TurboTax Desktop 2025: Requires 64-bit Windows 11 or macOS Sonoma 14 or later.
- TurboTax Desktop 2026: Requires 64-bit Windows 11 or macOS Sequoia 15 or later.
- An internet connection and Intuit account are required for downloading, installation, and activation.
- Windows administrator rights are required for installation.

