Sage 50 Obsolescence Policy

Which versions of Sage 50 Accounting currently receive support?

As of March 4, 2026, Sage will only support version 2026 of Sage 50 Accounting. You’ll still have access to the software, but you’ll no longer receive program and tax updates, or tax form updates, and will be unable to use any add-on products (see below).

Why does Sage only support the current version of the software?

• There are many advantages to being on the current version of the software.
• There are also advantages to being on a Business Care plan, even if using an older version.
• The current version keeps you in compliance with the latest technology and operating systems.
  • For example, the introduction of Windows 11
  • Or Microsoft ending support for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2003
• This lets Sage focus our efforts on creating the best possible experience for customers in the current version.

What are the features and add-on products that stop working after the obsolescence date?

• Program updates
• Tax updates
• Tax form updates
• Sage HR
• eFiling
• Remote Data Access
• Direct Deposit
• Credit card processing
• Bank Feeds
• Invoice Payments with PayPal, Stripe, or Nuvei (formerly known as Paya)
• Timeslips Accounting Link (TAL Pro)