Install TurboTax with License Code on Windows & Mac

Have a TurboTax license code and not sure what to do next? Follow this simple guide to redeem your code, download TurboTax, and complete installation on Windows 11, Windows 10, or macOS.

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Install TurboTax with License Code on Windows (Windows 11 & 10)

Use your TurboTax license code to activate and install TurboTax on any Windows PC or laptop. Make sure you have your 16-character license code from the product box or email.

1

Redeem Your TurboTax License Code

Open your browser and go to the official TurboTax download or redeem page mentioned on your product box or in your order email. Sign in with your Intuit account and enter your Turbotax license code to link it to your account.

2

Download TurboTax Installer

After redeeming the license code, download the TurboTax installer for Windows. Save the file and wait until the download finishes completely.

3

Find the Installer File

Go to your Downloads folder. Look for a file named something like TurboTaxSetup.exe.

4

Run as Administrator

Right-click the file and choose Run as administrator. This helps avoid permission and installation errors.

5

Allow Windows Security

If a security popup appears, confirm that the file is from TurboTax / Intuit and click Yes to continue.

6

Accept License Agreement

Read the terms on the screen and click I Agree to move ahead with the TurboTax installation.

7

Choose Install Location & Install

Most users can keep the default folder. Click Next, then click Install and wait until it reaches 100%.

8

Open TurboTax & Activate

Click Finish and open TurboTax from the Start menu or desktop icon. Sign in with your Intuit account – your redeemed license code will activate the software.

Tip: If TurboTax does not recognize your license code, make sure there are no typing mistakes (0 vs O, 1 vs I) and that you are signed in with the correct Intuit account.

Install TurboTax with License Code on Mac (macOS)

You can also use your TurboTax license code to download and install TurboTax on MacBook, iMac, or Mac mini. These steps work on both Intel and Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) devices.

Step-by-Step Mac Installation

  1. Sign in to your Intuit account and redeem your TurboTax license code.
  2. Download the TurboTax .dmg file for macOS.
  3. Open your Downloads folder and double-click the .dmg file.
  4. Drag the TurboTax app icon into the Applications folder.
  5. Open the Applications folder and double-click TurboTax to launch it.
  6. If macOS shows a security warning, click Open (only if downloaded from the official site).
  7. Sign in with your Intuit account. Your redeemed license code will activate TurboTax.

Mac Installation Tips

  • Close other apps before installation so TurboTax installs smoothly.
  • Keep your macOS updated to avoid compatibility issues.
  • If you see “App cannot be opened”, go to System Settings → Privacy & Security and allow the TurboTax app.

TurboTax License Code & Installation FAQs

Where do I enter my TurboTax license code?

First, sign in to your Intuit account on the official TurboTax site and redeem your license code there. After redeeming, download TurboTax and sign in inside the app using the same account.

My TurboTax license code is not working. What should I check?

Make sure you typed the code exactly as shown (watch out for 0 vs O and 1 vs I), check that the code hasn’t already been used with another account, and confirm that you are on the correct TurboTax region / country site.

Is this the official TurboTax website?

No. This is an independent help-style website that explains how to install TurboTax with a license code in simple language. For billing, account, or tax questions, always use the official Intuit TurboTax website.