Do not download "140-day trial" files from third-party websites in 2026. They are likely infected with malware (since Intuit no longer hosts them). Instead, use a modern 30-day trial of QuickBooks Desktop 2024 or switch to QBO Accountant.

Most public trial links for older versions are capped at 30 days . The "140-day" trial was historically part of the QuickBooks Desktop Student Trial , which requires registration through an educational institution.

: QuickBooks 2018 is an older version. While official download links for 2018 products may still exist on Intuit’s Download Page , Intuit has largely moved toward subscription-based models like QuickBooks Online . How to Access the Software

: If you do not have a textbook code, you may need to verify your student status (e.g., uploading a class schedule) on the Intuit Education site to receive a free 5-month student trial.

Since you cannot legitimately get a 140-day trial for 2018 today, professionals use these instead: