We’re glad you asked! Once you choose your solution you will begin a short startup interview which will customize QuickBooks™ Online for your business. With QuickBooks™ Point of Sale Plus or Online Essentials you can import your data from another version of QuickBooks™ (most current versions will convert and upload) or start from scratch. Either way, you are ready to go in no time at all.

We designed QuickBooks™ Online to be as easy to use as Point Of Salesible. You don’t need to know accounting. If you know how to write checks, create and send invoices, and file your bills, you’ll know how to use QuickBooks™ Online. To help, we offer easy instructions and simple, recognizable forms so you can quickly and confidently be up and running.

Yes, you can add any features to your QuickBooks™ Online service at any time such as QuickBooks™ Payroll and QuickBooks™ Payments (additional fees apply).

If you would like to convert data from another accounting system like Peachtree, then Contact Us.

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QuickBooks™ Online includes: Full use of the features of the particular version of QuickBooks™ Online, automatic upgrades to your selected version at no extra cost, secure storage of your data, and product support1 at no extra cost. You can add optional features at any time for an additional monthly fee.

QuickBooks™ Online has a wide variety of built-in reports to show you where your business stands. Easily share them with your accountant at tax time, or with business partners anytime. See a full list of the reports QuickBooks™ Online has to offer.

Yes! You can test drive QuickBooks™ Online here.

QuickBooks™ Online System Requirements
Internet connection required (high-speed connection recommended)
Supported browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer 10, Safari 6.1
Also accessible via Chrome on Android and Safari on iOS 7
QuickBooks™ Online mobile app works with the iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets
Not all features are available on mobile devices

QuickBooks™ Online can be used on any computer that is able to run a standards-compliant web browser!

If your Internet connection at your current location is down you won’t be able to access QuickBooks™ Online. But, you can still access your books from any computer with an Internet connection. It may be a hassle, but you can go to the local coffee or copy shop that has Internet access available.

Yes. In addition to always maintaining two copies of your data, we automatically back up your updated data every day. It’s stored on firewall protected, redundant servers so your data is safe from hardware and software failures, hackers and viruses. Because we update your records with every change, we cannot restore your file to a previous point in time.

QuickBooks™ Online uses the same technology used by online banks and brokerages to transmit your private data over the Internet. Our parent company, Intuit, Inc., trusts the same system to submit millions of TurboTax returns every year.

Yes. You have the option to download a copy of your data and keep it on your own computer (known as a local copy). This gives you the added comfort and control of storing the data yourself as well as having us back it up.
I signed up for QuickBooks™ Online. How do I sign into my account?
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Once you’ve signed up for QuickBooks™ Online, you can sign in here.

It’s really easy. Click “Try It Free” on the website and fill out a short startup interview. In about 10 minutes you’ll have access to the full QuickBooks™ Online service. You can cancel anytime-it’s risk-free!

If you subscribe to QuickBooks™ Online during the trial, you will continue using the same company file you created. If you do not subscribe, you can access your data in a read-only format for 90 days after the expiration of the trial period. After 90 days it is deleted.
Note: Once you begin a Free Trial with Plus, you cannot convert your data from the Plus Trial to Essentials or Simple Start. If you switch to a lower tier you will have to input your data manually.

Yes, try it ALL! The trial is a full working version.

You can find all of our QuickBooks™ Desktop products here.

QuickBooks™ Mac System Requirements
Mac OS® X v10.7 (Lion), v10.8 (Mountain Lion) and v10.9 (Mavericks). Contact Sync feature is disabled and does not function with Mavericks.
At least an Intel® processor, Core 2 Duo required
Minimum 2 GB of RAM, 4 GB of RAM recommended
Minimum 250 MB available disk space (additional space required for data files)
CD/DVD drive (or Internet connection) for installation
Product registration required
QuickBooks™ Pro System Requirements
Windows® Vista (SP1 inc 64-bit), 7 (inc 64-bit), 8 (inc 64-bit)
At least 2.0 GHz processor, 2.4 GHz recommended
Minimum 1 GB of RAM for single user, 2 GB of RAM recommended for multiple users
Minimum 2.5 GB of available disk space (additional space required for data files)
60 MB for Microsoft® .NET 4.0 Runtime (provided on the QuickBooks™ CD)
Minimum 1024×768 screen resolution, 16-bit or higher color, default DPI settings
Minimum 4x CD-ROM drive
All online features/services require Internet access
Product registration required
QuickBooks™ Premier System Requirements
Windows Vista (SP1 inc 64-bit), 7 (inc 64-bit) , 8 (inc 64-bit)
At least 2.0 GHz processor, 2.4 GHz recommended
Minimum 1 GB of RAM for single user, 2 GB of RAM recommended for multiple users
Minimum 2.5 GB of available disk space (additional space required for data files)
60 MB for Microsoft® .NET 4.0 Runtime (provided on the QuickBooks™ CD)
Minimum 1024×768 screen resolution, 16-bit or higher color, default DPI settings
Minimum 4x CD-ROM drive
All online features/services require Internet access
Product registration required

We’ve created a step by step process so that you can upgrade to QuickBooks™ Online from either Pro, Premier, or Mac. View instructions here.

Yes. We recommend you first test drive QuickBooks™ Online using sample data. If you are ready to manage your own data you can start a trial to make sure it’s right for you.

QuickBooks™ Online does not have an identical set of features to other QuickBooks™ Desktop products. We designed it specifically for businesses that need to access their books remotely and/or allow multiple people to work simultaneously. Some of its features are unique while many are the same or similar to other QuickBooks™ products.

You’ll need Internet access so Basic Payroll Basic can download the latest payroll tax rates for your automatic paycheck calculations.
Also, the federal government requires every person or company paying wages to have an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Employers must include it on all federal forms and returns. You can apply for an EIN and get it immediately at the IRS Web site at http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Apply-for-an-Employer-Identification-Number-(EIN)-Online
If you choose to buy Basic Payroll in QuickBooks™, you will also need to have QuickBooks™ Pro or Premier 2011 or newer. If you choose to buy Online Basic Payroll, QuickBooks™ is not required.

Yes. But, if you’ve already paid employees this year, you’ll need to enter your year-to-date payroll history, so our calculations are correct. Our step-by step guide can help you.
If you’re paying employees for the first time this year, there’s no payroll history to enter. So, it’s easy to get started.

Yes.

Basic Payroll handles all of these, plus other many other wage types.

Just enter employees’ hours, and Basic Payroll will calculate paychecks, subtracting payroll taxes and deductions.
Then print paychecks instantly or use our convenient Direct Deposit.
You can also pay groups of employees on different days. For example, you may pay salaried employees monthly, while paying hourly employees every two weeks.

You can deposit pay into U.S. bank accounts with Intuit’s Direct Deposit. You can also deposit pay to Intuit Pay Cards (ATM/debit cards that don’t require bank accounts). With our flexible Direct Deposit, you can add or remove an employee, or edit their banking information, anytime. You can also choose to pay some employees by direct deposit and others by check.
You must send Direct Deposit transactions to us by 5pm (Pacific Time) two business banking days before the paycheck date. You can deposit paychecks into up to two different accounts per employee.
By using Direct Deposit, you no longer need to print pay stubs, since employees can view their paystubs online.

Direct Deposit is free with your subscription to Basic Payroll. By using Direct Deposit, you no longer need to print pay stubs, since employees can view their paystubs online.

Basic Payroll tracks federal and state payroll taxes for paycheck calculations only. However, Basic Payroll does not include any tax forms (choose Enhanced Payroll for this feature). With Basic Payroll, you can generate reports and work with your accountant on taxes.

Basic Payroll tracks vacation time, sick time, paid time off, medical and dental insurance, 401(k) and other retirement plans, cash advances, and more. You can choose different deductions for different employees

On paydays, all online transactions are protected using the same kind of encryption used by leading banks.

You can e-mail reports and your company files to your accountant.

You’ll need Internet access so Payroll Enhanced can automatically download the latest payroll tax rates.
Also, the federal government requires every person or company paying wages to have an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Employers must include it on all federal forms and returns. You can apply for an EIN and get it immediately at the IRS Web site at http://www.irs.gov/Businesses/Small-Businesses-&-Self-Employed/Apply-for-an-Employer-Identification-Number-(EIN)-Online
If you choose to buy Enhanced Payroll in QuickBooks™, you will also need to have QuickBooks™ Pro or Premier 2011 or newer. If you choose to buy Online Enhanced Payroll, QuickBooks™ is not required.

Yes. But, if you’ve already paid employees this year, you’ll need to enter your year-to-date payroll history, so our calculations are correct. Our step-by step guide can help you.
If you’re paying employees for the first time this year, there’s no payroll history to enter. So, it’s easy to get started.

Yes.

Enhanced Payroll handles all of these, plus other many other wage types.

Yes. You can pay both employees and independent contractors with Enhanced Payroll.

Just enter employees’ hours, and Enhanced Payroll will calculate paychecks, subtracting payroll taxes and deductions.
Then print paychecks instantly or use our convenient Direct Deposit.
You can also pay groups of employees on different days. For example, you may pay salaried employees monthly, while paying hourly employees every two weeks.

You can deposit pay into U.S. bank accounts with Intuit’s Direct Deposit. You can also deposit pay to Intuit Pay Cards (ATM/debit cards that don’t require bank accounts).
With our flexible Direct Deposit, you can add or remove an employee, or edit their banking information, anytime. You can also choose to pay some employees by direct deposit and others by check.
You must send Direct Deposit transactions to us by 5pm (Pacific Time) two business banking days before the paycheck date. You can deposit paychecks into up to two different accounts per employee.

Direct Deposit is free with your subscription to Enhanced Payroll. By using Direct Deposit, you no longer need to print pay stubs, since employees can view their paystubs online.

Enhanced Payroll completes these federal payroll tax forms for you: W-2, W-3, 940/Schedule A, 941/Schedule B, 944/945a, 943/943a, 1099-MISC and 1096.
Enhanced Payroll includes many state forms. For state forms not yet supported, we provide a State Tax Summary report with all the payroll data you need.

Enhanced Payroll calculates your federal and state payroll taxes, and keeps track of when tax payments are due. It completes the latest federal and most state tax forms for you – just print, sign, and mail. You can also file and pay your payroll taxes electronically with e-file and Pay.
Want to spend even less time on payroll tax filings? Choose Full Service Payroll and our payroll experts will handle all your payroll tax requirements. It’s guaranteed accurate and on time.

Enhanced Payroll tracks vacation time, sick time, paid time off, medical and dental insurance, 401(k) and other retirement plans, cash advances, and more. You can choose different deductions for different employees.