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May 1, 2026
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I cannot log into Intuit from quickbooks 2020 pro desktop. It just keeps spinning and never gets to the log in panel I cant enter my email and password to log in.

  • May 1, 2026
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I cannot log into Intuit from quickbooks 2020 pro desktop. It just keeps spinning and never gets to the log in panel I cant enter my email and password to log in. I have tried to reinstall and used the repair tools.  Intuit logged me out and won't let me log back in.

19 replies

QuickBooks Team
May 1, 2026

The login issue you’re currently experiencing is typically caused by using an outdated version of the software, which lacks the necessary updates to connect with our current security and login protocols. For this reason, I recommend contacting our QuickBooks Live Support team. They can further provide the appropriate assistance needed for this version.


If you would like to ensure consistent access and compatibility with your Desktop account moving forward, you can consider upgrading to the latest QuickBooks Desktop Enterprise or switching to QuickBooks Online.

 

You’re welcome to reach out anytime if you have further questions or concerns. We’re always here to help.

Cosmo621Author
May 2, 2026

I did and for 159.99 per month I will be able to send emails from QB again.  That’s extortion!  I already paid good money for the 2020 pro edition and it’s only 6 years old.  

SIAB
Level 2
May 2, 2026

Have you installed the trial version of 2020 or 2021 to isolate the problem?

SIAB
Level 2
May 1, 2026

Install the trial version of QB Desktop 2020 Pro to isolate problem.

June 2, 2026

My same issue and workaround: I tried multiple methods of trying to fix this, including the QB Tool Hub with multiple attempts to resolve, nothing worked. My work around (though not as convenient) was to change PREFERENCES Send Form from Webmail to Use Outlook (I happen to have Outlook). I am now again able to email invoices. Intuit wants everyone to move to QB online; I think the Online version is HORRIBLE. I was forced to use it when I was a treasurer for a board I was on; I will never move to QB online. I would buy an updated license for Desktop - if they had one, but they do not. I used to have a lot of admiration towards Intuit for Quickbooks and Quicken, but the company's move to Online Quickbooks is not a solution I will ever move to. 

SIAB
Level 2
June 2, 2026

@platzb 

I would buy an updated license for Desktop - if they had one,

 

How many user licenses do you need? You can still purchase QB Desktop 2024 Pro/Premier Plus or QB Desktop 2024 Enterprise at a competitive subscription price from a reseller.

June 5, 2026

Having the exact same issue. Windows 10 computer, up to date as I can get it, no updates available in QB. Cannot "sign in" to the Intuit account and therefore can't email invioces THROUGH GOOGLE. 

I wish I had the resources to sue this company for breaking functionality that should be permanent.

 

 

SIAB
Level 2
June 5, 2026

@ryanmeray 

Install the trial version of QB Desktop 2021. Can you use it to email invoices?

June 17, 2026

They quoted me 1499.00 to have their "team" fix errors in program. That's robbery I can purchase new program and transfer company file for way less. I think they do this as a new revenue stream. The quick fix programs should be able to fix a program problem in short order, they make this way more complicated than it should be.

SIAB
Level 2
June 22, 2026

Unfortunately, according to EULA, we never owned the product. They simply granted us permission to use the product, and they reserve the right to change how it works at any time. You can still find used QB Desktop 2021 licenses on the market. One of my clients purchased one last month to upgrade from 2019.

SIAB
Level 2
June 22, 2026

 

Do you need to create a new company file or send your invoices by email?

Who are “they” who quoted you the $1499 price? I am not sure they are a legitimate support.