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# How to Upload Your Netrunner Tax Documents to TurboTax

Filing your crypto taxes is a straightforward process when you use the reports generated by Netrunner. Follow this step-by-step guide to move your data into TurboTax accurately.


⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING: DO NOT DOUBLE-REPORT
Do NOT upload your 1099-DA (or other digital asset forms) to both Netrunner and TurboTax. Netrunner's report already includes all transactions from your 1099-DA. If you upload that same form to TurboTax separately, your data will be counted twice — resulting in more tax owed than you actually owe and potentially red-flagging your return with the IRS.


⚠️ TurboTax Desktop Users — Read This First
TurboTax Desktop Premier has known import issues in 2026. CSV import has been removed. TXF import generates the wrong form type (1099-B instead of the now-required 1099-DA). PDF import is unreliable on Desktop.
Skip to the TurboTax Desktop Workaround section below for a fully IRS-compliant alternative.


## Section 1: Prepare Your Data in Netrunner
Before starting, make sure your Netrunner account is fully reconciled.
Step 1 — Reconcile 100% of your transactions. Review and resolve all flagged transactions before generating reports. Incomplete data produces inaccurate reports.
Step 2 — Confirm your cost basis method matches your jurisdiction requirements (FIFO, LIFO, HIFO, or ACB for Canada).
Step 3 — Navigate to the Taxes tab in Netrunner. Select the correct fiscal year.
Step 4 — Click Download Tax Report and download the following:
* TurboTax Transactions List (PDF) — This is your primary upload file for TurboTax
* Form 8949 (PDF) — Keep as supporting documentation
* Capital Gains Report (CSV) — Keep as a backup record

## Section 2: Upload to TurboTax Online
This section covers TurboTax Online (browser). Desktop users see the workaround section below.
Step 1 — In TurboTax, navigate to Wages and Income in the left-hand menu.
Step 2 — Under Investments and Savings, select Stocks, Cryptocurrency, Mutual Funds, Bonds, Other (1099-B, 1099-DA).
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/investment-and-savings_h6m9fb.png)

Step 3 — When asked if you had investment income in 2025, select Yes.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/investment-income_1b92853.png)

Step 4 — Click Enter a different way.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/different-way_1gqggjp.png)

Step 5 — When asked how you want to add your documents, choose Upload and click Continue.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/upload-docs_j9x0q3.png)

If your file is too large to upload, use Type it in myself instead and reference your Netrunner Capital Gains Report to enter totals. You can check [this guide here](https://help.netrunner.tax/en/article/my-form-8949-is-too-large-for-turbotax-what-should-i-do-3cvh30/) for complete process.

Step 6 — Upload your Netrunner TurboTax Transactions List PDF. This single file covers all your digital asset sales. Do not upload additional 1099-DA forms.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/upload-documents_h1ra7e.png)



## Section 3: Review and Clear Flags
TurboTax may flag some transactions as Needs Review, typically due to a $0 cost basis or $0 proceeds. This is expected for certain transaction types.
Step 1 — If you see a Needs Review tag next to your Netrunner entry, click Review.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/needs-review_b8ured.png)
Step 2 — Stablecoin transactions are included in the generated report so click Continue on the “double-check your sales” screen.
 ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/double-check_w7gups.png)
Step 3 — If TurboTax shows a summary screen with flagged transactions, click the pencil icon on the right to edit individual items.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/review-tax-sales_af3wfj.png)

Step 4 — Filter by the Status column to surface all transactions that need review.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/status-tax-sales_f6lxpt.png)

Step 5 — For each flagged transaction, click the pencil icon and review the details.
Step 6 — If the cost basis is legitimately $0 (e.g., an airdrop you received for free), enter $0 in the Cost or Other Basis field and click Continue.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/explain-taxes_1kfvll7.png)

Step 7 — Select how you received the asset. Choose the option that fits your situation — often None of these apply.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/apply-sale_yqs7rk.png)
Step 8 — Confirm by selecting I don't want to make any changes to my cost basis right now and click Continue.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/find-cost-basis_1hx8wc3.png)

## Section 4: Enter Other Income (Staking, Airdrops, DeFi Yields)
Staking rewards, airdrops, and DeFi income cannot be imported — they must be entered manually. Use your Netrunner Income Report as the source.

Step 1 — In TurboTax, go to Wages and Income and scroll down to Less Common Income.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/other-income_zz59jc.png)

Step 2 — Select Miscellaneous Income, 1099-A, 1099-C.

Step 3 — Choose Other Reportable Income at the bottom of the list.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/misc-income_n9qavn.png)

Step 4 — Select Yes when asked if you received other taxable income, then click Add.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/other-taxable-income_1dqspsp.png)
Step 5 — Enter a description and the total amount from your Netrunner Income Report. You can be general or granular:
* General: "Netrunner crypto income report"
* Granular: Separate entries for "SOL staking rewards", "Airdrop income", "DeFi yield income"
Add as many entries as needed — one per income type.
![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/4/0/e/d/40ed5bbbb55c1c00/other-taxable-income2_n5ov8z.png)


## TurboTax Desktop Workaround
TurboTax Desktop Premier 2026 cannot reliably import crypto data from any third-party platform:
| Method | Status | Problem |
| TXF Import | Broken | Generates 1099-B, not the required 1099-DA |
| CSV Import | Removed | Intuit silently discontinued support mid-tax season |
| PDF Import | Unreliable | Designed for TurboTax Online, not Desktop |
The IRS-compliant workaround: Summary Method + Attach Form 8949
This method is explicitly allowed by the IRS and commonly used by high-volume filers.
Step 1 — In TurboTax Desktop, navigate to:
Federal → Wages & Income → Investments and Savings → Stocks, Cryptocurrency, Mutual Funds, Bonds, Other
Step 2 — Enter your short-term capital gains total as a single summary figure (from your Netrunner Capital Gains Report).
Step 3 — Enter your long-term capital gains total as a single summary figure.
Step 4 — Download your Form 8949 PDF from Netrunner.
Step 5 — Attach your Form 8949 electronically when filing, or mail it as a supporting document. Your Form 8949 is IRS-ready and serves as the detailed transaction record.
Step 6 — Enter staking and other income manually as described in Phase 4.
The IRS allows summary-level reporting as long as a complete Form 8949 is attached. You are not cutting corners — this is standard practice for crypto filers with high transaction counts.


## Section 5: Verify and Complete Your Filing
Before submitting:
* Cross-verify totals — Compare the numbers in TurboTax with your Netrunner reports
* Answer the digital asset question — Form 1040 asks if you received, sold, or exchanged crypto. Answer Yes
* Review for errors — Confirm all transactions imported correctly
* Complete your return — Continue with the rest of your tax filing


## Quick Reference: Forms
| Form | Purpose |
| Form 8949 | Reports each crypto sale with dates, proceeds, and cost basis |
| Schedule D | Summarizes total capital gains and losses |
| Form 1099-DA | Required for 2025 digital asset transactions (replaces 1099-B) |


## Need Help?
* Netrunner issues — Contact us via support chat or [__help.netrunner.tax__](https://help.netrunner.tax/)
* TurboTax issues — Visit [__TurboTax Support__](https://turbotax.intuit.com/support)


This information is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute professional tax advice. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation.
