[Tips & Tricks] Some Multiple Approaches To Reactivate QuickB QuickBooks Payroll Subscription? Complete 2025 Guide
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2025 9:17 am
To reactivate your QuickBooks Payroll subscription ( 1-855-389-9729 or +1-888-300-9183), you have several options depending on whether you're using QuickBooks Online Payroll or QuickBooks Desktop Payroll. Below are multiple approaches for both versions:
For QuickBooks Online Payroll
Option 1: Reactivate Through Your Account Settings
Sign in to QuickBooks Online.
Go to Settings (
icon) > Account and settings.
Select the Billing & Subscription tab.
Under Payroll, look for the subscription status and click Resubscribe or Reactivate.
Follow the prompts to re-enter payment information if required.
Option 2: Use the Payroll Menu
In QuickBooks Online, go to the Payroll tab.
You may see a banner or alert indicating your subscription is inactive.
Click Reactivate Now or similar prompt.
Confirm your subscription and billing details.
Option 3: Call Intuit Support
If your account is locked or you’re unable to reactivate online, you can call Intuit Payroll Support:
US-based support: 1-800-4INTUIT ( +1-888-300-9183 or 1-800-446-8848)
Hours: Typically Mon–Fri, 6am–6pm PST (subject to change)
For QuickBooks Desktop Payroll
Option 1: Use the QuickBooks Desktop Application
Open QuickBooks Desktop.
Go to Employees > My Payroll Service > Account/Billing Information.
Sign in with your Intuit credentials.
Look for a Reactivate or Resubscribe option.
Update or confirm billing info and follow the prompts.
Option 2: Reactivate Through Your Intuit Account (Web)
Go to accounts.intuit.com.
Log in and navigate to Products & Subscriptions.
Find your Payroll subscription and click Reactivate.
Enter payment information if necessary and confirm.
Option 3: Contact Payroll Support
QuickBooks Desktop Payroll Support: ( 1-888-300-9183 or 1-800-446-8848)
This is helpful if:
Your subscription was canceled due to non-payment
There are issues with your EIN or company file
Alternative Options (Both Online & Desktop)
Use the Intuit QuickBooks Assistant (Chatbot)
Available in QuickBooks Online (bottom-right corner).
Type "Reactivate Payroll" to get guided steps.
Use Mobile App (QuickBooks Online Payroll Only)
Open the QuickBooks Online mobile app.
Go to Settings > Subscription.
Tap Resubscribe and follow the process.
Important Notes
Reactivating your payroll might take up to 24 hours to reflect.
Any missing or outdated billing information can block reactivation.
Check your EIN and company details are up to date.
Would you like help reactivating with a specific version (Online vs Desktop), or do you need help contacting support directly?
For QuickBooks Online Payroll
Option 1: Reactivate Through Your Account SettingsSign in to QuickBooks Online.
Go to Settings (
icon) > Account and settings.Select the Billing & Subscription tab.
Under Payroll, look for the subscription status and click Resubscribe or Reactivate.
Follow the prompts to re-enter payment information if required.
Option 2: Use the Payroll MenuIn QuickBooks Online, go to the Payroll tab.
You may see a banner or alert indicating your subscription is inactive.
Click Reactivate Now or similar prompt.
Confirm your subscription and billing details.
Option 3: Call Intuit SupportIf your account is locked or you’re unable to reactivate online, you can call Intuit Payroll Support:
US-based support: 1-800-4INTUIT ( +1-888-300-9183 or 1-800-446-8848)
Hours: Typically Mon–Fri, 6am–6pm PST (subject to change)
For QuickBooks Desktop Payroll Option 1: Use the QuickBooks Desktop ApplicationOpen QuickBooks Desktop.
Go to Employees > My Payroll Service > Account/Billing Information.
Sign in with your Intuit credentials.
Look for a Reactivate or Resubscribe option.
Update or confirm billing info and follow the prompts.
Option 2: Reactivate Through Your Intuit Account (Web)Go to accounts.intuit.com.
Log in and navigate to Products & Subscriptions.
Find your Payroll subscription and click Reactivate.
Enter payment information if necessary and confirm.
Option 3: Contact Payroll SupportQuickBooks Desktop Payroll Support: ( 1-888-300-9183 or 1-800-446-8848)
This is helpful if:
Your subscription was canceled due to non-payment
There are issues with your EIN or company file
Alternative Options (Both Online & Desktop) Use the Intuit QuickBooks Assistant (Chatbot)Available in QuickBooks Online (bottom-right corner).
Type "Reactivate Payroll" to get guided steps.
Use Mobile App (QuickBooks Online Payroll Only)Open the QuickBooks Online mobile app.
Go to Settings > Subscription.
Tap Resubscribe and follow the process.
Important NotesReactivating your payroll might take up to 24 hours to reflect.
Any missing or outdated billing information can block reactivation.
Check your EIN and company details are up to date.
Would you like help reactivating with a specific version (Online vs Desktop), or do you need help contacting support directly?