> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.mydbsync.com/cloud-workflow/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.mydbsync.com/cloud-workflow/2026_connectors_new/quickbooks-online/create-a-private-quickbooks-online-qbo-app-on-intuit-developer-portal.md).
# Create a Private QuickBooks Online (QBO) App on Intuit Developer portal
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### Sign in or create an Intuit developer account
* Navigate to [developer.intuit.com](https://developer.intuit.com/).
* Sign in or sign up for a developer profile. This account is where you will create your apps and sandboxes.
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### Create a new Workspace
* In the developer portal, go to My Hub → Workspaces. You will be directed to the Workspaces page, where you will see existing workspaces.
* Click (+) to add a new Workspace.
* On the Create a Workspace screen, click **Get Started**.
* Fill in the required details in the Basic Workspace Information, Company Information, and Contact Information screens.
Basic Workspace Information
Company Information
Contact Information
Workspace Created
Your Workspace will be created.
* Click **Open Workspace**.
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### Create a new app in the new workspace
* In the new Workspace, click (+) to add a new app.
* Create an app. Select QuickBooks Online (Accounting) — or QuickBooks Online & Payments if you need payment functionality — and enter a name for your app.
Note: If you have multiple QuickBooks files, create a separate workspace and private app for each. For example, two QuickBooks files require two workspaces, each with its own private app.
* Click **Get Started** to continue creating a new app.
* Enter the **App name** for your private app and click **Next**.
* In the **Add permissions** screen, select both permission options shown, then click **Done**.
* In the **Permission confirmation** screen, click **Confirm**. The app is ready for testing.
* Click **Open app**.
You will be directed to the **App Overview** screen.
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### Generate your App’s Credentials
* In the developer portal, open your app and navigate to **Keys & Credentials** from the left pane.
* In **Keys & Credentials**, click the Development / Production toggle to switch to **Production**.
* To generate the credentials (Client ID and Client Secret), complete the questionnaire under the **Complete these tasks in order to unlock your production credentials** header.
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### Complete the questionnaire to obtain your credentials:
* Fill in the required questionnaire that appears to receive your Client ID and Client Secret.
Notes:
1. This section is divided into two sections: App Details and Compliance. Complete each section to generate the **Client ID** and **Client Secret**.
2. Complete the App Details questionnaire using the recommended responses below.
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#### App Details — required fields and recommended responses
Review your Intuit Developer Portal profile and verify your email.
| Field | Recommended Response | Notes |
| ------------- | --------------------------- | ---------------------------- |
| Email address | Your business email address | Required contact information |
| First name | Your first name | Required contact information |
| Last name | Your last name | Required contact information |
| Phone number | Your business phone number | Required contact information |
| Address | Your business address | Required contact information |
Add your app’s end-user license agreement and privacy policy (copy URLs exactly):
* End-user license agreement URL:
* Privacy policy URL:
| Field | Recommended Response | Notes |
| ------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------- | ------------------------------ |
| End-user license agreement URL | | Copy this URL exactly as shown |
| Privacy policy URL | | Copy this URL exactly as shown |
Add your app’s host domain, launch URL, and disconnect URL (copy URLs/values exactly):
* Host domain: [www.mydbsync.com](http://www.mydbsync.com)
* Launch URL:
* Disconnect URL:
| Field | Recommended Response | Notes |
| -------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- |
| Host domain | [www.mydbsync.com](http://www.mydbsync.com) | Enter without https\:// |
| Launch URL | | Copy this URL exactly as shown |
| Disconnect URL | | Copy this URL exactly as shown, including the parameter |
Select at least one app category for your app (choose the category that best describes your integration):
Example categories:
* Banking
* Income Management
* Invoicing
* Data Management
| Field | Recommended Response | Notes |
| ------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------- |
| App category | Select one or more: - Banking, - Income Management, - Invoicing, or - Data Management | Choose the category that best describes your integration use case |
Tell us about any regulated industries that use your app:
* Select *None of the above* when no industries apply.
| Field | Recommended Response | Notes |
| -------------------- | -------------------- | ----- |
| Regulated industries | | |
Tell us where your App is hosted:
* Select **United States**.
| Field | Recommended Response |
| -------------------- | -------------------- |
| App hosting location | United States |
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### Compliance questionnaire
* After completing the App Details section, click **Start Questionnaire** to begin the Compliance section.
* Complete each tab of the Compliance questionnaire in order:
1. General Questions — select the appropriate options, then click **Next Tab**.
2. App Information — select the appropriate options, then click **Next Tab**.
3. Authorization & Authentication — select the appropriate options, then click **Next Tab**.
4. API Usage — select the appropriate options, then click **Next Tab**.
5. Accounting API — select the appropriate options, then click **Next Tab**.
6. Error Handling — select the appropriate options, then click **Next Tab**.
7. Security — select the appropriate options, then click **Submit**.
* After submitting, you will see a questionnaire submission confirmation pop-up. Click **OK**.
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### Retrieve Client ID & Client Secret
* Go back to the **Keys & Credentials** tab. It will now display your **Client ID** & **Client secret**.
Copy the Client ID and Client Secret and store them securely. You will need these credentials to configure the DBSync connector.
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### Configure Webhooks
* Navigate to the **Webhooks** section in your app.
* Click the Development / Production toggle to switch to Production.
* In the production **Endpoint URL**, paste the following URL exactly:
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* Click **Save**.
* Scroll down and make sure you have checked all the Subscribed events checkboxes as required.
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### Configure Redirect URIs
* Navigate to **Settings** and click the **Redirect URLs** section tab.
* Under Development, click **Add URL** and enter the following redirect URI, then click **Save**:
* Toggle Development / Production to switch to Production.
* Click **Add URL** under Production and enter the same redirect URI:
* Click **Save**.
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### Connect DBSync to your QuickBooks App
* Log in to your DBSync Cloud Workflow platform and navigate to the QuickBooks Online connector.
* If an existing connection exists, click **Disconnect** to remove it.
* Go to the **Advanced Properties** tab. Enter **Client ID** and **Client Secret**, then click **Save**.
* Navigate to the **Quick Setup** tab and click **Connect to QuickBooks**.
* Return to **Advanced Properties** to **Test Connection**, then **Save Connection**.
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### Multiple connections and support
* If you have multiple QuickBooks connections and are not sure which one to reconnect, contact the support team for assistance.
* If you encounter any issues during setup, [schedule a meeting](https://calendly.com/support_notifications-mydbsync/30min) with DBSync support for personalized assistance.
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