Hello there, @Karin R.

QuickBooks Online (QBO) won't function without connecting it to the internet, and I recognised the convenience of using it offline. 

Moreover, I'll also share this link where you can search for articles that can serve as your reference to guide you manage your QBO account: QuickBooks Online Help Articles.

Feel free to leave a reply if you have additional QuickBooks-related queries. The Community team always has your back. Have a good one.

@Karin R 

You can prepare your data in XLS format and import them later by using a 3rd party tool

https://get.transactionpro.com/qbo

NOPE ; my internet is down so i can’t use quickbooks …. that really sucks 

go to lunch , you were a big help

@marty30 

my internet is down so i can’t use quickbooks

How did you post your message here? 

I have a long trip planned and was wondering if there is a way I can work while flying when it is not possible to have an active internet connection?

Hi there, RP9.

QuickBooks Online is a cloud-based application, which means it relies on an active internet connection to access your financial data and utilize its features. Without internet connectivity, you won't be able to log in or perform tasks within the platform.

You can check out this article to learn more about what QuickBooks needs to run: System requirements for QuickBooks Online products.

Let me know if you have other questions, RP9. I'll be around to answer them for you.

It's been about 16 months since your post. Has Intuit/QB fixed QB Online yet, so that work can be done on QB when there is not an internet connection?

QuickBooks Online (QBO) needs an active internet connection to function, Ted939.

Building on what my colleague AnneMariee mentioned, QBO is a cloud-based application that stores your data on remote servers, allowing you to access your financial information anytime and from any device with internet access. This connection allows for real-time synchronization, so any changes you make are instantly visible to all users. This feature is particularly advantageous for teams and accountants collaborating on financial tasks.

Furthermore, an internet connection enables automatic updates, ensuring you always have access to the latest features and security enhancements without manual downloads. Your data is securely backed up in the cloud, minimizing the risk of loss due to hardware failures.

Being online also allows for seamless integration with various applications and services, such as payment processors and banking tools, which enhances the overall efficiency of financial management.

Additionally, you can check our self-help articles to get answers to your QuickBooks concerns.

Let us know if you have other concerns about QuickBooks. We're here to help you in any way we can.

In this day and age of internet, real time synchronization is clearly an excuse.

Google Docs, OneDrive, etc. they all provide offline mode. QBO can easily create a system where an offline lock is applied and no one else can make any changes apart from someone working on it.

Once all the changes are made and the application is able to connect to internet, all updates are uploaded to online version and open up the offline lock to allow everyone back online.