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Desktop Tokens

Set up the token and Web Connector file used to connect VO to QuickBooks Desktop.

Where to Find It

Open Administration > QuickBooks > Connect, choose QuickBooks Desktop, then Set Up Token.

Connect Web Connector

  1. Install QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Web Connector on the computer that will run the connection.
  2. Choose Add New, enter a name and description, choose the status, and save the desktop token.
  3. Copy the new token immediately. The full token is shown only once. Keep it securely for the connector password.
  4. Download the .qwc file from the new-token window, or select the saved row and choose QB Web Connector.
  5. In QuickBooks Web Connector, choose Add Application and open the downloaded file. When asked for a password, enter the copied token.
  6. Run Web Connector for the initial sync. Return to Connect and complete Settings, Vendors, and Components in order.

Manage Existing Tokens

Select a token and choose Edit to maintain its name, description, and status. Review Last Used to see whether the connection has used the token. The displayed token reference does not reveal the full secret again.

Related Help

Connect · Settings · QuickBooks Support