Wondering if your computer is compatible with AccountEdge?
Important: AccountEdge comes in separate Mac and Windows versions — your subscription covers one platform, not both. When you sign up, you'll choose either the Mac or Windows version. If your team uses both Mac and Windows, consider AccountEdge Hosted, which is browser-based and works on either platform.
This guide outlines the system requirements for both Mac and Windows, so you can get started quickly and avoid setup issues.
For Mac Users
Operating System
Compatible with macOS Ventura 13 up to macOS Sequoia 15
Hardware Requirements
Works with Intel-based and Apple M1, M2, M3, & M4 chip Macs
Minimum 4 GB RAM
At least 2 GB of free hard drive space for installation
Each company file requires at least 35 MB of available space
Minimum screen resolution: 1152 × 720
NAS drives are not supported (external network drives)
OfficeLink Compatibility
Compatible with Microsoft Office 2016 to 2021 (64-bit desktop versions) for Mac
OfficeLink requires a locally installed version of Office to export reports from AccountEdge into Excel or Word
Web-based Office 365 is not supported
For Windows Users
Operating System
Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit only)
Windows Server 2019 or later
Small Business Edition is not supported
Hardware Requirements
2 GHz processor or faster
Minimum 2 GB RAM
250 MB of free space for installation
35 MB of space per company file
Minimum screen resolution: 1152 × 720
NAS drives are not supported, including MS Small Business Server setups (not suitable for multi-user configurations)
Software Requirements
PDF viewer (Adobe Reader v7 or later)
Compatible browsers: Chrome, Firefox, or Internet Explorer
Networking
Requires a 100BaseT or faster Ethernet network with TCP/IP support
OfficeLink Compatibility
Compatible with Microsoft Office 2016 to 2019 (desktop versions)
A local copy of Office is required — web-based Office is not supported
Internet Requirements
Internet is needed for:
Product registration and subscription renewal
Downloading updates, forms, and payroll info
Accessing online help resources
For Better Hosting Performance
If you're hosting company files on a server:
Recommended: Intel Dual Core i5 or faster with 16 GB RAM
Use a 1000BaseT/Gigabit wired Ethernet connection for best speed and reliability
Still Unsure?
If you're not sure your device meets these requirements:
Contact your local IT professional or reach out to our support team for clarification.