Summary
Description
It's essential that you keep your software up to date by installing all available updates. This ensures that you can continue to access your data and benefit from the latest GDPR, compliance and security updates.
NOTE: Failure to update may cause future disruption to your service and support.
Resolution
CAUTION: These instructions apply for an update to existing software and not a full software download. For assistance with a brand new installation, refer to the articles listed under 'Further help with installation'.
Check your existing version number
To check your version number, open Sage Corporation Tax and click Help, then click About.Before you update
If you have a dedicated server, ensure everyone has logged off the server before you update. To reduce any work disruption, you may prefer to do this out of business hours as once you update the server, you should open and update the software on each workstation.
We strongly recommend you backup the data from within the software before upgrading to the new version. Read more >
We recommend checking for and installing any Windows updates before installing Sage Corporation Tax.
Automatic update
The easiest way to install Sage Corporation Tax v4.2.0.18 is by automatic update. The software will automatically check for updates when you open it and prompt you to update and install.
NOTE: To ensure your software remains compliant with legislation, we recommend installing the update as soon as it is available to you.
Manually download the update
If required, the update is also available to download and install manually here >
Additionally, you can login to the website to download the new version. Read more >
After installing the update
Open Help > About and check your version number. It should now be v4.2.0.18 If your version number has not updated, attempt the installation again.
Further installation help
Install Sage Corporation Tax on a network click here >
Install Sage Corporation Tax on a terminal server click here >
Install Sage Corporation Tax on a single computer click here >