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TurboTax Won’t Load: 4 Easy Ways to Fix It
Outdated drivers are among the chief causes of this issue
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Updated onApril 17, 2024
updated onApril 17, 2024
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TurboTaxis one of thebest tax preparation softwarethat helps users fill in their tax data online. Although the programs generally work great, there have been some issues lately.
Users complain thatTurboTaxwon’t load without giving them an error message that would indicate what the problem is or what they can do next.
We will explore in this article how you can fixTurboTaxnot loading, so make sure to keep reading.
Why does TurboTax take so long to load?
How can I fix TurboTax not loading?
1. Check the requirements
Before moving forward with the troubleshooting steps, ensuring that your device meets the minimum requirements forTurboTaxto work correctly is essential.
According toTurboTax,below is what your system needs to have, depending on the software:
Operating System
Processor:Pentium 4 or Athlon or later
Hard Drive Space
RAM
CD/DVD driveif installed from the CD.
Internet connection
Monitor resolution:1024×768 or higher recommended
2. Run it with administrator rights
If Turbotax doesn’t load on your PC, it might be because you are not running it with the required privileges. Following the steps above to run it as admin should fix this.
3. Update drivers
This TurboTax won’t load problem is often related to outdated or faulty drivers that need your attention. You can update your driver manually by following the steps above.
4. Update your security software
With the help of a firewall and virus or spyware protection programs, you can keep your device safe from potential harm by adding a layer of protection.
It can happen, though, that the firewall blocks TurboTax software’s access to the Internet which will, in return, cause difficulty accessing the e-file, downloading state programs, and even getting the latest programs.
This can also be why you may not be able to runTurboTaxon your device.
Misinterpreting legitimate actions, such as the ones initiated byTurboTax,results in the security software block of those programs from the Internet.
To ensure this is not the case, we recommend downloading the latest update for your security software from its support site and then adjusting the settings to allowTurboTaxto install and function as needed.
This is about all. We hope that with the help of the solutions presented in this article, you can solve theTurboTaxproblem.
If you need a list of thebest tax filing software for small businesses, check our guide for the best options to use today.
As always, don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments below if you have additional recommendations and suggestions.
Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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