How to Reinstall and Download Quicken on a New Computer Without a CD

(Guide for Quicken Premier, Classic Deluxe, and More)

If you have already purchased Quicken but no longer have the installation CD, you can still reinstall and download Quicken on a new computer using your existing account. Quicken now uses online downloads and account-based licensing, so a CD is no longer required.

This guide explains how to reinstall Quicken on a new computer for versions like Quicken Premier, Quicken Classic Deluxe, and other editions.

What You Need Before Reinstalling Quicken

Before you begin, make sure you have:

Quicken account email and password
Active Quicken subscription (or valid license)
Internet connection
New computer (Windows or macOS)
Backup of your Quicken data file (recommended)

Step-by-Step: Download and Reinstall Quicken Without a CD

Step 1: Backup Your Quicken Data (If Available)

If you still have access to your old computer:

Open Quicken
Go to File > Backup and Restore > Backup Quicken File
Save the backup to a USB drive or cloud storage

This ensures you don’t lose your financial data.

On your new computer:

Open a web browser
Go to the official Quicken website
Click Sign In and log in using the email linked to your purchase

Step 3: Download Quicken Software

After signing in:

Go to your Account Dashboard
Click Download Quicken

Select the correct version for your system:
- Quicken Premier
- Quicken Classic Deluxe
- Other Quicken editions

Step 4: Install Quicken on the New Computer

Open the downloaded installer file
Click Run or Install
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation

Step 5: Activate Quicken

Launch Quicken after installation
Sign in with your Quicken account
Your previously purchased license will activate automatically

No CD or new purchase is required.

Step 6: Restore Your Quicken Data

To restore your old data:

Open Quicken
Go to File > Backup and Restore > Restore from Backup
Select your saved backup file
Finish the restore process

Supported Quicken Versions (No CD Required)

This method works for:

Quicken Premier
Quicken Classic Deluxe
Quicken Classic Business & Personal
Other subscription-based Quicken versions

Common Problems & Solutions

Can’t Find Download Option

Make sure you’re signed in with the correct email
Check your subscription status

Activation Not Working

Verify internet connection
Restart the computer
Sign out and sign back into your Quicken account

Old Version Won’t Install

Download the latest version from your account
Older CD-based versions are no longer supported

Important Tips

Always download Quicken from the official website
Do not use third-party or unofficial installers
Keep your account credentials secure
Regularly back up your Quicken data

Final Words

You do not need a CD to reinstall Quicken on a new computer. As long as you have your Quicken account and an active license, you can easily download, install, and activate Quicken Premier, Classic Deluxe, and other versions online.

If you encounter issues during installation or activation, Quicken customer support can assist further.