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If we don't update the app to version 2026.5 (PC edition), does that mean we can still access historical MYOB backups as read only files for ATO audit purposes? Some clients no longer have businesses; however they are still in the audit period for the ATO, and we may be required to access the backup as a read only file to obtain data in the event of an ATO audit.
Hi MCTS , yes thats correct, older versions of PC edition are still available on our website and could be installed to view a file for audit purposes.
Its important to note that each time we do a monthly release, AccountRight will automatically update to the latest version.
So if for example you installed 2025.4 today, around the middle of May, this would update to the latest version.Hello Mike.
Please confirm: a client has an old MYOB file that was on-line for a short time at the end of 2020, but we replaced with an entirely new file on 1-7-2020, and took the old off line later that year. However, they still require access to that old file for audit purposes. They currently do this in the desktop version on read-only.
I have had quite a few panicked calls worried they will not be able to access this file anymore. My interpretation of your reply above is that they will be able to access the read-only version of the old file. Please confirm this is correct and spell out clearly the issue with versions; it made no sense to me and will make less sense to them. My interpretation is, that as long as their desktop version and their old file are the same then they will not have a problem. However, as the desktop version is updated they will not be able to read the old file unless it is also updated, but they won't be able to do that because it is not an on-line file. Have I got this right? if not, please clarify.
Another panicked concern is the continuation of the desktop version of the software for on-line files. Please confirm with absolute certainty that this version will be retained and clients will not be forced onto using the App.myob.com version. Please also advise if there is a time limit on this.
Implementing these vague changes in mid-June is causing significant anxiety and damaging MYOB’s brand. Clients are already speaking about moving off-platform before it comes into effect.
Hi ClareM
Yes, you can still access offline backups for viewing/audit purposes.
Here's how:- For audit/view-only purposes – You can restore older backups in an AccountRight PC edition version earlier than 2026.5 to view files.
These older versions remain available for download on our website at myob.com/downloads.
Another tip, for anyone who has a subscription and wants to view data from previous financial years, you can also view historical data when accessing via the browser. There is no financial year restrictions for reports in browser unlike desktop.
I will be hoping to update my original post later today with some additional FAQs based on the questions from the last few days too.- For audit/view-only purposes – You can restore older backups in an AccountRight PC edition version earlier than 2026.5 to view files.
