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QuickBooks

QuickBooks

QuickBooks provides small and medium-sized businesses with intuitive, comprehensive accounting and financial management tools that simplify bookkeeping, automate workflows, and provide real-time financial insights.

quickbooks.intuit.comMountain View, California, United StatesFounded 1992Parent: Intuit Inc.

Last updated May 11, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team · Connections updated May 29, 2026

Industry
Accounting Software
Business Model
SaaS
Target Market
SMB
Employee Count
1,000-5,000
Funding
$50M
Revenue Range
$5B-$10B
Stock Symbol
INTU
Parent Company
Intuit Inc.
API Available
Yes
Market Position

Market leader in small business accounting software in North America

Overview

QuickBooks is a comprehensive accounting and financial management software platform developed and operated by Intuit Inc. Since its launch in the 1990s, QuickBooks has become the leading accounting solution for small and medium-sized businesses in North America, offering cloud-based and desktop solutions for bookkeeping, invoicing, payroll, expense tracking, and financial reporting. The platform serves millions of businesses worldwide with various editions tailored to different business needs and industries. As Intuit's flagship product line, QuickBooks operates as a distinct brand and business unit within the parent company's portfolio, which also includes TurboTax, Credit Karma, and Mailchimp. QuickBooks has evolved from traditional desktop software into a comprehensive cloud-based ecosystem (QuickBooks Online) that integrates with hundreds of third-party applications and services. The platform offers specialized versions for different markets, including QuickBooks Self-Employed for freelancers, QuickBooks Enterprise for larger SMBs, and QuickBooks Online Accountant for accounting professionals. While QuickBooks is not an AdTech company in the traditional sense, it operates within the broader business software ecosystem and offers limited advertising and marketing capabilities through integrations with marketing platforms and its acquisition of Mailchimp. The platform's primary focus remains accounting and financial management, serving as critical business infrastructure for small businesses rather than advertising technology.

Products & Features

QuickBooks Online

Cloud-based accounting software for small businesses with invoicing, expense tracking, and financial reporting

QuickBooks Desktop

Traditional desktop accounting software with advanced features for established businesses

QuickBooks Self-Employed

Simplified accounting solution for freelancers and independent contractors

QuickBooks Enterprise

Advanced accounting solution for larger small and mid-sized businesses with complex needs

QuickBooks Payroll

Integrated payroll processing and tax filing service

QuickBooks Payments

Payment processing solution for accepting customer payments

QuickBooks Online Accountant

Practice management and accounting platform for accounting professionals

Key Features
Automated bookkeeping and bank reconciliationInvoicing and payment processingExpense tracking and receipt captureFinancial reporting and dashboardsPayroll management and tax filingInventory managementMulti-user collaborationMobile apps for iOS and AndroidThird-party app integrations
Use Cases
Small business bookkeeping and accountingFreelancer income and expense trackingInvoice creation and payment collectionPayroll processing and tax complianceFinancial reporting and tax preparationInventory and project managementMulti-location business management
Customer Segments
Small businessesMedium-sized businessesFreelancers and self-employed professionalsAccounting firms and bookkeepersRetail businessesService-based businessesContractors and construction companies

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