How can I erase all data and start over with QuickBooks?

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For new customers, you can purge your data and begin from scratch. However, if you have been using QuickBooks for some time, it is necessary to create a fresh company.

Before getting started, please take note of the following:

• Ensure to log in as an admin.
• This process will only delete data for one company.
• Data imported from QuickBooks Time will also be eliminated during this procedure.
• If you wish to reuse your existing lists after initiating a fresh start, please refer to our guide on transferring your lists to a new company.
• If you're using QuickBooks Online Accountant, please refrain from using these steps. Instead, import a blank QuickBooks Desktop file to initiate the process of starting over.

What you do next depends on your subscription level and how long you've been using QuickBooks (more than 60 days).

If your account is less than 60 days, here's how to purge your company:

1. Sign in to your QuickBooks Online account. 

• Change the URL in your browser's address bar to include "/purgecompany". https://app.qbo.intuit.com/app/purgecompany

1. Type YES in the provided field to confirm your decision, then click OK.
2. Choose your industry from the ▼ dropdown.
3. Click on Wipe Data to initiate the process.

If it's 60 days or older, you can follow the steps provided in this article: Delete your data and start over in QuickBooks Online.

In addition, you might want to take a look at this resource, which offers insights on managing your company settings and getting started with the program: Get started and adjust settings after you sign up for QuickBooks Online.

If you have any further inquiries regarding starting over with your company or any other related concerns in QuickBooks Online, please don't hesitate to post again. We're here to assist you every step of the way.