@BarrySandercock The code is embedded in the software's local installation files or system settings (e.g., the Windows Registry) so that the program can verify its license each time it runs without requiring you to manually enter the code again.
When you install TurboTax Desktop (for 2023 and later versions), you are required to sign in to your Intuit Account. Your license code is associated with that account and stored there as well.
If you need to find your license code again, the best methods do not typically involve trying to extract it from the hard drive files, which can be difficult. Instead, you should:
- Check your Intuit Account: Sign in to your Intuit account on the TurboTax website and navigate to the Products and Billing section to view your saved license code.
